Owner basics
Utility shutoff checklist for absentee owners
A planning checklist for water, gas, electric, and HVAC decisions.
Short answer
Utility shutoff decisions depend on climate, systems, monitoring, appliances, safety, and professional guidance. Owners should document what stays on, what turns off, and who can access shutoffs.
Checklist
- Map shutoff locations.
- Record normal settings and seasonal changes.
- Ask local professionals before shutting down systems.
- Share instructions with trusted responders.
Absentee Home Owner Operations Pack
Use the utility shutoff worksheet.
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Administrative and educational resource only. This guide is not inspection, engineering, legal, medical, or water-safety advice. Confirm local requirements and property-specific decisions with qualified professionals and official local agencies.