Getting your Home Vacation Ready To give yourself peace of mind while you are away, there are a few things to attend to before you leave. Secure Entrances Lock all windows and doors, and for sliding doors and windows consider a stick or long piece of wood to help secure them in place. Remove any spare or hidden keys and move keys out of reach if someone makes it inside. You may also consider disabling the garage door opener, and make sure to lock the inner garage door. Protect Valuables Keep valuables out of site or even move them to