Top Home Security Mistakes to Avoid in 2015
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SafeWise
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Many homeowners unknowingly do things that make their home a target for burglars. That could be one reason why four burglaries occur every minute in the U.S. The good news is, tightening up home security isn’t difficult or expensive and can help you reduce your chances of being a target.
We’ve put together this list of the top home security mistakes homeowners make and how to avoid them. We’ll also tell you five things you should do if a burglary occurs in your neighborhood. If you’re ready to improve your home’s security, read on.
We’ve put together this list of the top home security mistakes homeowners make and how to avoid them. We’ll also tell you five things you should do if a burglary occurs in your neighborhood. If you’re ready to improve your home’s security, read on.
Mistake 1. Leaving valuables visible.
Mistake 4. Letting shrubs grow.
Mistake 6. Hiding valuables in obvious locations.
6 Things You Should Do if There’s a Burglary in Your Neighborhood.
3. Make sure the exterior lights on your home are working properly. If possible, install motion activated security cameras at the entrances to your home. Some monitored home security systems will alert you via text when the camera records activity.
5. Take a look at the home security signs in your yard. Are they well dispersed and easy to read? If a burglar approached your home from the rear, would he see a sign?
Remedy these everyday home security mistakes and, if you don’t have one already, beef up your home’s defense with a monitored home security system. Use a system finder (http://www.safewise.com/top-security-systems) or security system comparison tool to help you find a system that meets your needs and budget. It won’t be long before you have the most secure home on the block.
6. Be selective when it comes to hiring people to do work on or inside of your home. Use a website like Porch.com, where you can get inspired by home projects your neighbors have completed, see what home projects will cost, and find the service professionals your neighbors and friends recommend.
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Published February 26th, 2015 12:21 PM
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Kyle Wood on Jun 07, 2016Home security systems have been around now for a while, and while many new names have entered the market, according to http://www.diyhomesecurityguide.com/home-security-alarm/ the 3 names that are still the most reliable are Frontpoint, Protect America, and ADT. When it comes down to the amount of services offered, and the quality of those services, both of these companies are at the top of the game.
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Jennifer Williams on Jun 29, 2016Great tips! We could all be a little more careful when it comes to security for our homes and family. There is a lot of helpful technology out there to deter burglars such as lighting controls and security cameras to help us have piece of mind.
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