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You’ve checked every box:
Fridge emptied
Lights on timers
Plants watered
Alarm set
But there’s one tiny detail most travelers forget — the sink.
It seems harmless, right? Just a stainless steel bowl where you wash dishes and brush your teeth. But when you’re away for days or weeks, your sink can become a hidden source of odors, moisture, and even pests — all waiting to greet you when you walk back through the door.
Luckily, there’s a simple, genius, and completely free trick used by cleaning experts and savvy homeowners alike:
Place a paper towel over the drain, then cover it with an upside-down glass.
It sounds too easy to work — but this small act can save you from musty smells, sewer gases, and uninvited insect guests.
Why the Sink Becomes a Problem When You’re Away
When your home sits empty, water isn’t flowing through the pipes. That means the P-trap — the U-shaped pipe under your sink that holds water to block sewer gases — can dry out over time.
Once that water seal evaporates:
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