If you have ever found yourself locked out of your home, you probably tried to get back in by “breaking in.” Now if you were successful, just imagine how easy it would be for someone else to do the same!
The best way to protect yourself, your family, your home and your valuables against a burglary is to take preventative measures. Here are a few tips that may help keep your property safe and secure.

• Make sure you have deadbolt locks on all external doors. Sliding doors can be secured with a dowel in the inside track to jam the door.
• Make sure all windows are secured with locks or pins.
• DO NOT hide keys around the outside of your home. Keep an extra key with a trusted neighbor or friend in case you are ever locked out.
• Outside lights make excellent deterrents for burglars.
• Make sure shrubs and trees do not block windows or doors. These can be excellent hiding places for burglars.
• Make sure valuables, such as TVs, stereos, computers, jewelry, etc., are not visible from the street. Don’t entice the crooks.
• Get to know your neighbors. They can keep a vigilant eye for any suspicious activity in the neighborhood.
• Consider installing a home security system. There are a variety of home security systems – ADT security systems which offers video surveillance that can be viewed with an iPhone app.

If traveling:

• Don’t post your travel plans on social networks. Crooks scour these sites for potential victims.
• Leave shades and blinds in normal position to maintain the appearance that someone is home.
• Invest in light timers, especially for outdoor lights.

 

 

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