What Steps Do I Need To Take To Protect My Vacation Home In The Off Season?A quiet second home can become a costly headache the moment temperatures drop. We sat down with Tim Rhoades of Premier Restoration of the Carolinas to map out a clear, no-drama winterization plan that keeps your property safe when you’re not there. If you’ve ever worried about frozen pipes, surprise leaks, or a power outage while you’re miles away, this conversation gives you the exact steps to reduce risk and sleep easier.Tim walks through the essentials: closing the main water supply, draining lines, and using RV antifreeze in toilets and sink traps so standing water doesn’t crack your plumbing. We talk about how to set your thermostat for cold snaps, when it makes sense to fully power down, and which appliances and outlets to leave running for safety or monitoring. You’ll hear practical, real-world advice about labeling breakers, unplugging nonessentials, and thinking in zones so you cut costs without creating new risks.We also dig into off-season monitoring. A monthly walkthrough by a trusted caretaker often catches the issues that sensors miss, but smart options like whole-home leak detection, shutoff valves, temperature and humidity alerts, and cameras can add helpful redundancy. Tim highlights the most common mistakes—leaving the main water on, skipping trap protection, and assuming the HVAC will never fail—and explains how a simple checklist and a posted emergency contact list can prevent a minor problem from becoming a rebuild.Whether your getaway sits in the mountains of western North Carolina or anywhere winter bites, these steps will protect your investment and your peace of mind. If you need professional help or a second opinion on damage, we’re here to make things right. Subscribe for more practical restoration tips, share this with a neighbor who owns a cabin, and leave a quick review so others can find the show.To learn more about Premier Restoration of the Carolinas visit:https://www.PremierRestorationoftheCarolinas.comPremier Restoration of the Carolinas888-847-2214

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