✅ 2. Check for Intruders or Activity
Yes, this trick can also reveal if someone (or something) was in your kitchen:
- A moved or broken glass may indicate that someone has tampered with your sink or entered your home.
- If you live in an area prone to rodents or pests, they may leave marks or move the glass — giving you a hint before you discover chewed wires or droppings.
✅ 3. Detect Foul Smells Early
If your sink backs up, or if there’s a problem with drainage, gases or odors can accumulate. A displaced or moist glass might indicate a problem with the drainage trap or odor control while you were gone.
🔧 How to Set It Up
You don’t need anything fancy. Here’s what to do:
📝 Materials:
- A clean sheet of white paper (printer paper works fine)
- A dry, clean glass (clear glass preferred)
📌 Instructions:
- Place the paper flat in the sink basin.
- Place the glass upside down over the center of the paper.
- Ensure the sink is dry and the faucet is fully turned off.
- Leave it just like that before heading out on vacation or even a weekend trip.
🏡 Extra Tips for a Safe Vacation
- Shut off your main water valve if you’ll be gone for several days.
- Unplug appliances like coffee makers and toasters.
- Empty your refrigerator of perishables and set it to vacation mode if available.
- Ask a trusted neighbor to check in if possible.
👏 Conclusion
Sometimes, the simplest tricks are the smartest. This paper-and-glass method is a low-cost way to monitor leaks, tampering, or plumbing issues while you’re away. It’s an easy habit to adopt — and might save you from returning to an unexpected mess.
Try it next time you leave home.
Your future self may thank you!
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