Heading Off on Holiday? Here’s How to Keep Your Home Safe While You’re Away

Taking time out is vital - but peace of mind while you're away starts with proper protection. Whether you're jetting off for a week or heading to the coast for a weekend, leaving your home empty without precautions can leave it vulnerable. At TrustOn, we believe that security is more than a service - it’s a commitment to your safety.

Here’s how to keep your home secure while you enjoy a well-earned break:

 

1. Install a Smart, Monitored Security System

A professionally installed security system is your strongest defence. Today’s setups combine cameras, motion detectors, and door sensors - all connected to remote monitoring for fast response. Visible systems are proven to deter intruders, and real-time alerts keep you informed from wherever you are.

Need a system you can trust? Our team provides tailored smart alarm solutions across the South West - built around your home and your routine.

 

2. Lock Everything - Then Double-Check

It sounds simple, but it’s often overlooked in a last-minute rush. Make sure all doors, windows, side gates, and sheds are locked tight. Window sensors or smart alerts can add an extra layer of assurance.

 

3. Make It Look Like Someone’s Home

An unoccupied house is an open invitation. Use timers to switch lights on in the evening, leave a radio playing, and ask a neighbour to move post or put bins out. Small details make a big difference.

 

4. Prevent Fire or Flood Risks

Turn off the water at the mains and unplug non-essential appliances. Test your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors before you leave - fresh batteries could prevent disaster.

 

5. Keep Valuables Out of Sight

Tuck away laptops, jewellery, and other valuables. Draw the curtains and keep high-ticket items out of view. It’s a simple step that deters opportunistic thieves.

 

6. Light Up the Outside

Motion-sensor lighting and visible outdoor cameras are proven deterrents. Pair them with our mobile patrols or keyholding services for enhanced coverage during your absence.

 

7. Stay Off Social Media (For Now)

Tempting as it is to share your beach views in real-time - don’t. Posting holiday updates tells the world your home is empty. Save the snaps for your return.

 

8. Check Your Insurance

Make sure your policy covers theft and damage while you’re away. If in doubt, speak to your provider. It’s better to be clear than caught out.

 

9. Communicate with Your Community

Let neighbours know you’re away - they’re your eyes and ears on the ground. If you’re part of a neighbourhood watch or online group, give them a heads-up too.

 

10. Partner with People You Trust

Our keyholding and alarm response services offer 24/7 coverage while you're away - so if something goes wrong, we're there first. No missed alarms. No waiting. Just rapid, professional response from a team you know.

 

Secure Today. Relax Tomorrow.

Leaving your home shouldn’t mean leaving it at risk. Whether you need smart surveillance, mobile patrols, or just expert advice - TrustOn has you covered. Based in Swindon and serving communities across Wiltshire, we provide local, dependable protection that lets you truly switch off.

Ready to feel more secure? Contact us today to discuss how we can help safeguard your home this summer.