Home Security At Holiday Time
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Home Security During the Holidays
Summary
Before setting off on your holiday, ensure your home is secure. Follow our tips for peace of mind while you're away.Article
As you prepare for your well-deserved holiday, it's crucial to evaluate your home security. According to the FBI, a burglary happens every 15.4 seconds in the USA, with most occurring when homeowners are away. Many of these incidents can be prevented by enhancing your home security system.
Installing a home security alarm and surveillance cameras is an effective way to boost your home's security immediately. Many of these products offer options for home security monitoring. However, simply installing these devices isn't enough; additional precautions are necessary for comprehensive protection.
Affordable Security Measures
Consider installing motion sensor lighting around your home’s perimeter. Additionally, improving internal security is vital. Check all door and window locks and replace any that are faulty. Sliding patio doors are often targeted due to poor maintenance or security issues. Secure them by installing a blocking device like a Charlie bar or using a simple steel rod or wooden dowel to prevent the door from sliding open.
Safeguard Valuables
Use a home safe to store valuables such as keys, important documents, and identity information. If a home safe isn’t available, a post office vault is a good alternative, especially in high-crime areas.
Create the Illusion of Presence
Giving the impression that someone is home is an effective deterrent. Use timers to turn lights and appliances on and off in various rooms at different times. This strategy should be applied to more than one room.
Additional Security Tips
Pause mail and newspaper deliveries while you're away. If you have multiple vehicles, leave one parked in the driveway, or ask a neighbor to use your driveway. Entrust a key to a dependable neighbor or relative and have them check your home periodically. Avoid leaving a vacation message on your answering machine.
Ensure all outbuildings are secure and that tools which could assist in a break-in are locked away. Although no security measure can guarantee complete protection, making your home more challenging to access strengthens your overall security.
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