Security: how can I get this within my home? What sort of
measures can I take to protect my loved ones? What advice is out there which
can help me out? This article guides you through many different strategies
which will not only secure your home, but do so in the most affordable manner.
If you are a female
and living alone
it's understandable that you may feel afraid about home
invasions. People are more likely to try to take advantage of women. Try
placing a pair of big, muddy boots on your front step to give the appearance of
a man staying in the house.
Install a peep hole
So that you can see
who is at your door before you open it. Criminals will knock at a door so that
they can push past you when you open it. You should never open a door without
knowing the person that is on the other side of it.
Protect your
valuables
Some common ways to do this are by storing them inside a
safe-deposit box or storing them in a heavy home safe that's nearly impossible
to move. Make sure the safe is fireproof. You can use a chiseled-out space in
the very top of your door for smaller valuables. You can even create a hiding
place in a acoustical ceiling by removing a tile and restoring it with
something like magnetic fasteners. Make sure to avoid leaving fingerprints with
this method.
Install an alarm
system
And make it visible. A home alarm system is great at
alerting homeowners and police quickly in case of a break-in, however ideally,
you want to stop the break-in before it happens. To do this, potential burglars
need to know that the alarm system is there. Make sure you prominently display
the notice you get from your alarm company, even if it clashes with your
perfect landscaping.
Keeping your doors
and windows locked
May seem like an all too simple action to deter theft, but
following through can greatly increase the security of your home. Even if you
live in a neighborhood free of crime, leaving doors and windows unlocked is an
invitation to intruders. Remember to lock doors and windows, even if you're
home during the day.
Keeping your house
bright
And lit at night will deter many crooks. They do not desire
to be seen. A well-lit home is like a red flag to a burglar. At night, keep
your lights turned on to boost security.If a friend picks up your mail while
you're away, have them check for fliers on your door. Thieves will drop off
flyers to see if home owners are away. If it stays where they put it, they will
know you are on vacation.
Once you've
installed your window lock
Melt solder over the screws used. If you leave the screws
open. they can easily be unscrewed by a burglar. Instead, filling the holes in
will ensure the lock can't be removed. The point of a lock is to keep the
window secure, right?
Although more
expensive
Than spring latch door locks, deadbolts provide the optimum
in security for your home. All access doors should be secured with deadbolt
locks that are at least one inch thick. Also, make sure that there is a minimal
gap between the door and the frame to prevent the door from being pried open.
While you may have the budget to splash out on a fancy
security system, you may not. This article provides tips across the spectrum to
ensure that everyone can find something they can use within their own home.
Rich or poor, every deserves to have some peace of mind at home.
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