Owner basics
Emergency contact sheet for second homes
What to put on an emergency contact sheet for a vacation property.
Short answer
An emergency contact sheet should list owners, local responders, utilities, insurance contacts, trusted neighbors, home watch providers, and key property details needed during urgent situations.
Checklist
- Keep contact names and numbers current.
- Include utility account and shutoff notes where appropriate.
- Share with trusted local contacts.
- Review the sheet each season.
Absentee Home Owner Operations Pack
Use the emergency contact sheet template.
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