The business of home security is booming. Burglaries happen everyday no matter where you live. For burglars, low security homes are easy targets. Use the information below to make sure that you are keeping your family, as well as your possessions, safe and sound.
You should always change the locks after purchasing a home. You never know how many copies of the keys the previous owners made and handed out. To make sure you are the sole person with access to the home, engage the services of a locksmith. Do the same thing if you misplace your keys.
Make sure the ringer on any phones in your home is turned off when you leave for vacation. A burglar might hear your phone ring and ring and ring, then realize that you are not home to answer it.
Don’t open your door for strangers. There are people who are going to be convincing, but they can just be professional thieves. Make sure everyone in your house knows not to open the door unless they know the person standing outside.
Don’t be afraid to know the people who live near you. Speak with your neighbors. Keep an eye out for their houses, and request that they return the favor. Listen to gossip also. You may find out helpful information about strangers lurking around.
Rural Areas
Rural areas are just as prone to break-ins as cities. Interestingly, many think those living in rural areas are actually more susceptible to break-ins since neighbors may not live close by. However, understand that regardless of where you live, a theft can occur anywhere. Therefore, you need to be prepared.
A skylight is another area that needs to be protected for home security. Skylights are a wonderful addition to any home, but they also tend to be weak spots that intruders take advantage of. The hardware that secures your skylights should be sturdy and durable.
When in the process of selecting an alarm system, you should select a system that protects more than simply the doors of your home. Each window represents a possible entry for your thief. The alarm and monitoring system should be set for all windows and doors. They are the most effective.
If you are throwing away the box an expensive item came in, wait until trash day to put the box out. Having these boxes around will let thieves know the type of items that are inside your home.
Security Company
If someone from the security company comes to your home, ask to see their ID before allowing them in. Potential burglars can easily claim they are security company representatives so that they can enter your home. This proves rather dangerous for both your family and also your valuables. Proceed with caution.
If you need to make the outside of your home secure, you can achieve this relatively inexpensively by installing lights with motion detectors. In the dark hours, these lights will provide the illumination necessary to protect your home and also save money by staying off when they’re not needed. If strategically placed, motion detectors ensure that it’s difficult for intruders to break into your home sight unseen.
You need to make sure you’re making use of the Internet when looking at different home security companies. Go through different websites and investigate testimonials about different companies and packages. After that, choose your top three for consultations.
Wireless security systems are the next generation in protection. Although wired systems are usually more affordable, they usually involve changing out the wires of your home. As a result, if a power outage occurs, these wires will probably not be effective. Wireless systems are easier to install and maintain, and they do not rely on the power in your home to work correctly.
Invest in a good paper shredder. Unshredded documents can offer up a wealth of valuable personal information to thieves, including enough of your schedule to allow them to pinpoint the best time for a burglary. You could also simply take care to tear up your discarded papers.
If you will be away from your home, arrange to have whoever is collecting your mail to also pick up fliers placed inside your door. Crafty burglars will leave fliers on homes, and check to see if they’re being removed as a means for determining whether or not the home is vacant. By your neighbor taking the flyer, it appears as if you got it yourself.
Spring Latch Locks
Do not purchase spring latch locks. These locks can easily be picked within a couple of minutes. The lock can be triggered to open by simply wedging the card in the lock. Add a deadbolt to existing spring latch locks for maximum security.
If you are away, pull your shades closed. Intruders can see into your home if they are left up. They’re going to want to get in your house if they can see items they want. You should also have them down when you are sleeping.
Inquire into both purchase and lease options for your security system. Purchasing your equipment may cost more in the beginning, but this is a one-time cost which does not recur. While leasing might be less expensive, it also comes with high monthly fees and contracts. Investigate each option and determine which makes more sense.
Your family and your home will be safer with good home security in place. No one ever expects crime to strike home. What you’ve read here will help you to prepare. Wait no longer. Improve your home security prior to something happening.
Onaolapo Adeyemi is a health enthusiast, travel and technology writer. If he’s not on tour, you’ll find him in New York with his wife, and pet parrot hanging out at Starbucks.
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