It is a homeowner’s responsibility to keep their home secure. You might think that all you need to do is to install a burglar alarm, but there are many other things you can do. Read on to find out all you can.
Make sure you have a safe to keep valuable items in one place. This is very important, as you do not want your gold, diamonds and personal items exposed if someone were to break into your house. Your safe should be placed somewhere it is not readily noticeable.
Request that prospective security firms design a system specifically for your home. Every person has specific needs and wants when dealing with securing your family, home, and items. Working with a business that will look out for your specific interests will help you be much safer at home.
If your family room window is facing the street, keep the curtains drawn every night. People who can peek through your windows might find your home inviting. If potential burglars see the valuable possessions inside your home, they may make your house their next target. Be careful about what you expose to the public so that your likelihood of a burglary will decrease.
Do not open your door for anyone you don’t know. There are people who are going to be convincing, but they can just be professional thieves. You should make sure you only open the door to your home for people that you know and are expecting.
Talk to any companies you’re considering hiring to install a security system about how long the company has been around. A reliable home security company is one that has a long history in the community and can offer references from satisfied customers. Whenever you know you aren’t doing business with a fly-by-night company, you will be more assured your home is protected.
Whenever you move to a new dwelling, make certain to get each lock replaced. 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. There are other people who have lived in the home as well.
If the front door is open when you get home, resist the temptation to go in alone to find the reason. This can be quite dangerous because the burglar may still be on your property. Go to a neighbor’s or another safe area and call the police.
Home security plans have other features along with an alarm that goes off during a break-in. Most systems could sound an alarm when someone enters the home. It’s a great feature for parents as they can tell if a child is potentially leaving the house.
Your friends may have some great advice for choosing the right company. They may have had experiences with certain companies and can lead you in the right direction. Make sure to ask neighbors for advice too.
When you are trying to hire a home security contractor, read all the small print on your contract before signing it. There are early termination fees, and there may be fees for extra equipment procured in the future. You should avoid these fees as much as you can; therefore, you need to know of their existence.
Buy fire resistant roofing, flooring and ceiling materials. This give your home an extra protection layer. Investing in fire-resistant materials will help you save a lot since a fire can cause extensive damage.
There are some obvious benefits to having a big dog with an intimidating bark. Burglars generally prefer to avoid confronting a dog. Consider getting a large dog that is able to protect, but that also is gentle with children and friendly to your whole family.
Motion sensor lights on the exterior of your home is a great idea. They turn on only if someone is nearby. You will be alerted to movement, but most importantly, it will deter burglars or at least make you aware of their presence. Just remember that you must change the bulbs often in order to keep the lights working in order.
Don’t let people into your home unless you know them. Even if they tell you a sob story about needing help, this warning remains true. Some people may simply be trying to determine whether or not you have a home security installed; if you don’t, they may plan to return later if you are away from your home.
Now that you have read this, there should be no reason why you are in a home that is not safe. Although home security might appear to be a complicated issue, it is crucial that you utilize home-security strategies in order to protect your home and family. Let the advice you’ve received here help.
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