The spooky nights of October are behind us, and that can only mean one thing: the holiday season is upon us! Here at the Legends Apartments in Hickory, we want to do everything we can to make sure your 2018 ends on a good note so you can welcome the upcoming new year in high spirits. Whether you are planning on sticking around Hickory in November and December, or you are planning on taking an extended vacation to visit family and friends, there are a few quick and easy things you can do to make the most of the holidays and ensure your apartment is in great condition upon your return.

Preparations If You Are Staying

Make It Festive With Decor

It simply doesn’t feel like the holiday season until you have put up some holiday decorations in your apartment. Fresh squash and pumpkins make for beautiful table decor during the fall, and you can get them just about anywhere. They last for a long time, and you can eat them when you are ready to swap out your fall decorations for winter decorations. Setting out cinnamon-scented candles or potpourri will make your place smell like the holidays, and incorporating string lights and ornaments into your decor will bring an unmistakable element of festivity to your space.

Determine What You Need for Hosting

If you are having family or friends over for holiday meals, it is important to plan ahead so that you have all that you need to ensure everything goes according to plan. Do you have enough chairs and is your table large enough to accommodate everyone comfortably? If you have an overnight guest, will they have a place to sleep? Does your floor plan have enough square footage for everyone? While you might not be able to upgrade your floor plan, thinking about these details well in advance can help reduce your stress and help you avoid embarrassing moments as a host.

Remember On-Site Legends Amenities

If you are planning on having visitors over, but you aren’t planning on making a big meal for everyone to share, remember that our apartments in Hickory have plenty of on-site amenities to keep everyone busy. Our spacious, high-tech theater room features comfortable chairs and surround sound, making it the perfect spot to hang out and watch a movie with friends and family. Feel like breaking a sweat? Our state-of-the-art fitness center features treadmills, ellipticals, and weight machines to ensure that all those holiday parties and meals don’t get the best of you.

Preparations If You Are Leaving Town

Unplug Appliances

Whether you are headed out of town for a few days or a couple of months, unplugging your appliances is a good idea while you are out of town. This is because appliances use electricity if they are plugged in, even if they are turned off. This can present a fire hazard if items are plugged in during a long absence, but it can also increase your electric bill unnecessarily. Of course, we aren’t advising you to unplug your refrigerator, but you might consider unplugging small appliances like the microwave, toaster, video game consoles, and televisions.

Adjust the Thermostat

You might like your apartment to be warm and toasty while you are in town, but when you are away, the heat doesn’t need to constantly run. Lowering your thermostat can be beneficial for a couple reasons. First, it helps conserve energy, and that can result in a lower heat bill. Second, it prevents unnecessary wear and tear on the furnace that heats your unit. Lower your thermostat to around 60 degrees before you leave for your trip. This will ensure there is plenty of warmth for plumbing while reducing energy waste.

Take Out the Trash

This is something that many people don’t think about before they leave town. However, it is certainly something you will wish you would have done if you come home to a stinky apartment. Before you take out the trash, it is also a good idea to get rid of any produce on your counters and any leftovers in the refrigerator. Doing so will prevent your apartment from taking on some unpleasant odors in your absence, and removing any sources of food goes a long way in preventing pests.

The Most Prestigious Apartments in Hickory

There is nothing better than staying home for the holidays, other than coming home after a long trip visiting friends and family. The Legends Luxury Apartments in Hickory is one of the best places to come home to, and once you rent one of our prestigious apartments, we are confident that you will feel the same. The only thing you’ll love more than the amenities and stylish, modern living at The Legends is our prices.

Ready to learn more? Call us at 828-304-0081 today, or view photos, take a virtual tour, and fill out your application online now!