Taking home security advice and investing time and money on making your home more secure can seem extravagant but it is a necessary and advantageous investment. It will not only add value to your property but will reduce the risk of your home being burgled preventing unnecessary distress and expense.
By in large a burglary is carried out by an opportunist. Home security advice suggests we learn to think like a burglar. It is possible to reduce the likelihood of your property being targeted if you view your property as a potential intruder would do.
- Approximately 20% of all house burglaries are made through an open window or door and without the use of force. A burglar will choose to carry out his crime in the way he is most likely to be undetected. Fit strong, good quality locks to your windows and doors and use them, even when you are in the home! Burglars are less likely to smash a window.
- Never leave keys outside in a hiding place, burglars know where to look
- Never leave keys in the hall in full view where they can be accessed through the letter box.
- Do not label house keys with your address, if you loose them the burglar will be led straight to your home.
- Make sure your home is well lit with security lights and remove all forms of screening such as overgrown hedges which will enable the thief to operate undetected.
- Fit a spy hole and security chain to enable you to see who is at the door without allowing them to gain access.
- It is worth considering installing a burglar alarm. There are many systems available greatly varying in price, it is even possible to purchase a dummy bell box.
Don’t forget most crime is against property not people, and are as a result of spur of the moment actions.
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