Tips to keep your vacation home and your guests safe
There are two views of the safety of a vacation home. The first and most important is the safety of our guests and their objects, and is that one of the characteristics most sought after by tourists, who escape from everyday life and the world of work, is to be in a place where don’t have to worry about anything.
The second point of view is the security of your accommodation, protecting it from those who with bad intentions intend to do some damage, for this second aspect we are going to give you some advice that the Lodgify company has published and that we consider you should know, since you will be of great help:
1. Make your property always seem occupied
If you have empty your property, because perhaps you decided not to rent it this season, you should always be vigilant, and never abandon it, since this is an easy dish for thieves. Make it seem like it is always busy, so you can scare friends away from others.
¿How to show that your apartment has tenants?
You can start with the most obvious: taking care of the garden or the exterior parts. Always keep it magazine ready, and don’t let it look abandoned. It is also a good idea to turn the lights on and off, to spice up the rooms. You can do this by setting a timer to turn them on for a few hours in the afternoon, or by installing outdoor lights with motion sensors, so that they turn on if someone is loitering. It is also important to avoid putting “For Rent” or “Free” signs on the outside of your property. The best way to promote your apartment is to advertise online safely.
2.-Use all the security systems in place and for having
You don’t have to have a lot of cameras, but you do have to have a good lock on your doors. That you can control with a camera and alarm system inside the accommodation, that everything is safe. This will provide a great sense of security for both you and your guests, and that is everything for any traveler who wants to relax during their vacation. Make sure windows are always closed tightly and avoid practices like leaving a key under the doormat or in a flower pot.
3.- Be careful when promoting your property and making reservations
When you are advertising your tourist accommodation, be sure to give the necessary information, no more, do not give many details related to accounts where the accommodation payment will be deposited. Do not show photos of the exact location, try to get to know your customers first before giving them the exact address, do not provide it until they have paid for the reservation (and you see that they are indeed guests).
4.- Make sure your guests are safe
Having door and window security tools is essential to protect your home and your guests, so make sure they know what tools you are providing and how to use them.
It will always help if you give them a manual with callsigns, in those cases where you have electronic locks, remote accesses and others. If you have an alarm system inside the accommodation, tell them what to do in an emergency.
5.-Damage protection service
Chekin’s Property Damage Protection service enhances the security of your vacation rental business by offering both security deposits and damage protection coverage during the online check-in process. This dual approach ensures financial security against damages and provides a more streamlined and reassuring experience for both you and your guests. You can set the terms for deposits, collect them instantly online, and choose coverage that protects against both accidental and intentional damages as well as theft, maintaining comprehensive security for your properties. The service is designed to be cost-effective and easy to integrate, with no additional charges for using the protection features. You can also add a margin to the fee charged to guests, increasing your revenue per booking. This system simplifies the management of security measures and enhances guest satisfaction by removing the need for large upfront security deposits, making it a practical solution for managing your vacation rentals efficiently and safely.
In short, follow each and every one of these tips and you can guarantee extreme security for your guests.
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