Home Security Tips

Thinking about home security isn't exciting, is it? Still, if someone breaks into your house and takes off with your belongings, you'll be regretting your lapse later. Even worse, if someone in your family is home when the burglar strikes, it could get ugly.

Why take chances when it comes to the safety of your home and family? It doesn't require much money or effort to keep burglars away from your home. And I'm sure you'd rather rest peacefully, knowing you've done what you can to protect those things in life that are most dear to you. So, let's take a look at some smart and easy home security tips:

-- Keep the exterior doors (including the door to the garage) locked at all times, even if you think you live in a "safe" neighborhood (just because your neighbors won't rob you, doesn't mean random burglars won't prowling through looking for victims).

-- If your front door doesn't have a "peep hole" or other door viewing device, install one so you can see who's outside before opening the door.

-- Don't hide extra house keys outside, such as under pots, rocks, mats, etc. (trust me: burglars know all the good spots... it's their job). If you have problems with losing your keys, consider a thumbprint door lock or a keypad door lock.

-- Install a chain on your exterior doors. This way you can sign for packages and talk to strangers without putting yourself at risk.

-- If you have a burglar alarm or home security system, test it regularly. Also make sure all family members know how to work it.

-- Pay attention to your landscaping by keeping shrubs trimmed back from walkways, windows, and doors. Overgrown foliage can shield intruders, abductors, etc. so they can ply their vile trade in peace.

-- If you have a big dog, it may deter burglars, but don't rely on your "guard dog" as your only home security defense. There are many cases where homeowners thought their dog would guard the house and instead it let burglars waltz right in and steal the proverbial china. If a burglar doesn't show fear, chances are Fido won't react much to him, especially once he's in the house.

-- If you go on a vacation, have someone you trust collect your mail and pick up newspapers. Otherwise, would-be thieves will have no problem figuring out that nobody's home (which is, of course, the best time for them to risk breaking in and stealing all your stuff).

-- Don't have your name or anything beyond your house number on your mailbox.


As you can see from this list, most of these home security tips are just a matter of common sense. You may need to invest in burglar alarms or high-tech video surveillance systems to be more safe . Just make a habit of applying these simple but smart home security tips, and you and your family will be much safer in the long run



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