How to Help Prevent a Burglary in 4 Easy Steps
Until burglars learn to walk through walls, they’ll be entering your home through one of two entry points: a door or a window. This makes these two areas the most vulnerable in the home, so you need to do everything in your power to make sure that they are well protected. Below you’ll find some tips to help you secure your home’s entry points.
Install an ADT home security system: ADT home alarm technology has special features in place to monitor your doors and windows. The standard ADT installation covers three points of entry, and can be expanded to secure all of the windows and doors in your home.
Install sturdier locks: The home security industry standard is the deadbolt. This lock is much heavier than a standard spring bolt, and stands a much lower chance of being picked, bumped or pried. The one downside to these locks is the risk of inhibiting escape in a fire. An easy way to get around this (as long as the door isn’t accessible to a nearby window) is to leave your key in the inside lock.
Keep your windows locked: You would be shocked to learn the number of home intrusions that happen through an unlocked window. Most new windows have upgraded locking devices, but they’re only useful if you remember to use them. As an added benefit, you’ll save money on your home heating bills.
Use your peephole: That little hole in the door is there for a reason. Before opening your door after a knock or doorbell ring, take a look and see who’s out there. If you can’t see anything, don’t turn the locks. Wondering about the 21st century answer to the peep hole? ADT offers Closed Circuit Television monitoring systems to keep you protected.
With an ADT alarm system and properly secured doors and windows, your home stands a much better chance of avoiding intrusion.
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