Establishing a safe living environment might seem like a huge task to the average homeowner. But, it need not be time-consuming or costly. Reviewing the security advice provided here can go a long way towards making you a safer, more security-conscious homeowner.
If you need to leave a key for a maid service, make sure that that whoever cleans your house is professional and trustworthy. If you do give your housekeeper a key or plan on doing so, it is imperative that they are honest and upstanding. Make sure you check references. If the cleaner has been sent by a company, call the Better Business Bureau to check on the company’s reputation.
Don’t talk about your vacations on social media. If you do, burglars will know you’re not home and strike.
Before agreeing to work with a security company, check with your friends and family for recommendations. Others have likely had both good and bad experiences that they can share with you that can then save you a lot of stress and time. Sometimes, you may get great advice from the people you know.
Do not open your door for people you do not know. Criminals can be endlessly inventive when it comes to generating a convincing story to force their way into your home. No matter how sympathetic the story, remember that it could all be a put-on. Enforce a rule within your house that no one opens the door to unexpected people.
You need to change our locks as your first step to ensuring your safety. Whether an old roommate left or a relationship ended, changing your locks is a good idea. This is something that you can do yourself and does not cost much money at all.
If your home has skylights, don’t neglect to secure them. Although a skylight can bring light into one’s home and look good, it’s also a common entrance way for burglars. Be certain to have skylights that incorporate strong, durable hardware.
You can hide things in your walls. If you have valuables that are small in size, you may want to hide them within your walls. You can use phone jacks or electric outlets as hiding spots. You can also install a fake one.
Don’t leave the packaging from any electronics or expensive purchases sitting on the curb until trash day. Doing so is like giving a burglar an invitation to target your home; he or she will know there is something good inside.
Rotting Wood
Replace rotten wood on your door frame. It is simple for a robber to pry away rotting wood and enter your home. Always replace rotting wood with fresh wood immediately to keep your house strong and secure.
If you’re hiring a company for home security, be sure to read any fine print before you sign that contract. There may be some hidden fees, or a need to buy more equipment later. Try avoiding these fees when you can so that you know about them.
Make an appointment with a home security company to evaluate the security needs of your home specifically. Every homeowner has specific needs for their home and their family. A good company will tailor your security plan to the needs of you and your family.
The outside of your house should be well lit. Darkness allows for all sorts of nefarious activities. Light up the dark spots around your home. Be sure to consider your front and back porch, garage, ground floor windows and any basement entryway.
Now that a wealth of home security information has been made available to you, go out and make your house a little safer. Begin improving your home security. Soon your home will feel safe and secure 24/7. You are going to be able to put your feet up and relax very soon.
Lapo is a smart home, technology, health, wealth, and fitness enthusiast. If he’s not on tour, you’ll find him in New York with his wife and pet parrot hanging out at the park.
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Resources
- Teds Woodworking
- Home Automation
- SmartHome
- ATT.com
- CNN – Smart and Sure Way to Reveal Strangers Lurking in the Dark
- FBI’s Warning About Home Security