The ultimate going-out-of-town house checklist.

Alison Gootee; Styling: Kate Malpeli

Tickets and accommodations are booked.Bags are packed.

Out of office message is set.

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There are still a few things to check off your to-do list before youre officially in carefree vacation mode.

Water Your Plants

Give all your flowers and shrubs an extra drink before leaving.

And dont forget about any house plants!

Dorothy Shain Henderson kitchen

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can be refrigerated or frozen to extend their life.

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4.

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Primary bedroom with Bird and Thistle wallpaper

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No one wants to come home to a moldy pot.

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12.

Coming home to a messy house can often be the last straw after being on the road.

charming white cottage exterior

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This simply means adding a little extra chlorine to help maintain it.

A good rule of thumb is to adjust it approximately 5-10 degrees higher or lower than its normally set.

Laura Jenkins James Island Reno Back Patio

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