Home security is often misunderstood. Doing some homework on possible security strategies can be very helpful. This article is filled with useful tips that will help you keep your home safe.
Don’t leave toys in your yard when your kids aren’t playing with them out there. Thieves might think women live there. Women have expensive jewelry more often than men.
If you have skylights, do not neglect them when making sure your home is secure. Skylights are great for making a home brighter, but they can make it easier for burglars to access the house. You should have them equipped with strong, sturdy hardware.
Copper Wiring
Any external wires can be a big target for thieves. Copper wiring is worth a lot today. Making sure that none of your wiring is exposed can help to deter those who are interested in stealing your copper wiring and piping.
When moving into your new house, change every lock. Regardless of how trustworthy you consider the last owners to be, neither you nor they can be sure that there aren’t others out there with keys to those locks. And, other people could have lived in the home previously to them as well.
If you turn the lights off or on always at the exact time, utilize a timer. Not only does this save you a step, you can continue the routine even when you are not home.
Have the locks changed if you’re moving into a new home. Always make sure that the lock is switched at least once a year.
See how long the home security company has been around before you make any decisions. A reliable home security company is one that has a long history in the community and can offer references from satisfied customers. You should not trust a company that does not have a good record with your local Better Business Bureau or few years of experience.
Deadbolt locks offer the best security, and those with captive keylocks are even better. The devices are equipped with thumb latches that prevent people from reaching around to open the lock via a an adjacent broken window. When a home, leave keys in the lock; that way, you can escape quickly.
When looking for a system to secure your home, do comparison shopping. You would be surprised to see that the prices are much different for each company, even though it’s for the same type of protection. Try to get two or three quotes before making a decision.
After getting a new home, make sure to change its locks. You don’t know how many keys have been handed out previously. Contact a locksmith to make sure that only you have access to your home. If you lose your keys, you should do the same thing.
Are you aware that the wires located on the exterior of your house have value? People often don’t think about this until they have it stolen from their home. A skilled intruder could remove all the copper from your home within less than an hour. Keep your wiring hidden or inaccessible to potential burglars.
Don’t hide an extra key under a rock or in a planter. A key that is easily found is a convenience for a burglar, not just for you. Intruders know about the usual hiding spots. Give it to a neighbor you trust instead.
Screw your window air conditioners into the wall tightly or put bars around it. A burglar could easily slide them out and get inside if you don’t have them secured. Window units should be removed entirely in the colder months (when they’re not needed) so that your home stays as secure as possible.
You don’t have to have a giant key ring full of keys just because you want your home to be secure. Code or fingerprint enabled keyless entry locks are a great solution. They are fairly simple to install, or if you don’t feel comfortable doing so yourself, you can ask your home security company about it.
You can find an excellent home security company with a simple Internet search. Review different websites and review comments from previous customers. Put together a list of the different home security companies you want to know more about and give them a call.
If you have valuable items that cannot be replaced, you must keep them under lock and key. Items like family photos, passports, legal documents and expensive jewelry should be kept in a safe place. Floor safes make for great places to hide such items. If you can, a safety deposit box that is outside your home is even better.
When it comes to pets, large breed dogs are an excellent security addition. Anyone who breaks into your home wouldn’t want to be attacked. Of course, the animal should be protective and also safe as a companion to your children or yourself. A dog with a temper may be scary, but the animal must also be friendly enough to interact with you.
Your trash could compromise your home’s security. If a would-be thief spies a big-screen plasma TV box on the curb, they may decide to return later. Even if it is just an appliance, when a person purchases something new, that is a signal for a criminal that you have money and would be a good person to steal from.
You do not want to use spring latch locks. These locks are easy to break into since they may be opened up with a credit card. A card can be placed between the latch and the door, and this will open it. Add a deadbolt to doors with spring-latch locks.
Everyone wants the peace of mind that comes from knowing that their home and belongings are secure. Still, there is a lack of understanding regarding how to achieve personal security for homes and loved ones. Hopefully, this article can be a great resource on how to secure your home 24 hours a day.
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