Seasonal & Second Homes
We check U-Line refrigeration before you arrive for the season or before you leave for the summer.
Many Tampa Bay homes sit empty for weeks or months. A U-Line unit left running, or left off, needs the right preparation to avoid odors, mold or a surprise when you return.
We help seasonal residents and second-home owners get U-Line refrigeration ready for both arrival and departure.
What should be done before I leave for the summer?
Empty the unit, clean it, and decide whether it stays running or is switched off. If it is switched off, the door should be left slightly open or propped so air moves through and mold does not form. Ice machines should be drained and the water supply shut off.
- Cleaning and drying the interior
- Draining ice machines and closing the water line
- Door propping to keep air moving
- A check of gaskets and drain lines
What about the arrival visit?
Before you move back in, we power the unit up, confirm it cools to its set temperature, and test water flow on ice machines. Catching a problem before guests arrive is far easier than discovering it mid-party.
Can you check on a unit while I am away?
We can schedule a visit if someone can let us in. The price comes in writing first, and licensed, insured technicians do the work. Labor on repairs is covered for 30 days.
Florida humidity makes idle appliances more prone to odors and mold, so prevention is worth the short visit.
Florida summers can turn a closed-up house into an oven, which is hard on any refrigeration left running inside. Ask us whether your unit should stay on, and we will answer for your specific setup. Property managers and neighbors can arrange access for us, as long as you tell us who will be there. We confirm the three-hour window with that person and report back to you on what we found.
Seasonal & Second Homes questions
Should I leave my refrigerator running while I am away?
It depends on the length of absence and the risk of power loss. We can advise based on your setup.
Can you meet me at the house when I arrive?
We offer three-hour arrival windows, and you can choose one that suits your travel plans.
Do you service condo units?
Yes, across our eight counties, subject to building access rules.