To ttop a burglar, think like a burglar
In the movie Home Alone, about a boy who stops burglars from robbing his house in Chicago, home security is a combination of elaborate tricks and good luck. In reality, there is a lot more we can do to help protect our homes and families. Burglars are only as effective as their opportunities allow them to be. Below, you’ll find some tips to help you get inside a home intruder’s mind.
Where Do Burglars Enter?
Studies show that many burglaries (approximately 34%) begin at the most obvious entry point: the front door. A surprising number of homeowners leave their doors unlocked and open to anyone looking to take advantage of an easy opportunity. The lesson to be learned is simple: keep your doors locked at all times, and consider the installation of a dead bolt lock, the most secure mechanism out there.
When Do Burglars Attack?
FBI statistics show that 62.4% of burglaries take place during the day, between the hours of 6 AM and 6 PM. This conflicts with the commonly held image of a thief hiding in the shadows at night, waiting to pounce. In reality, burglars want to avoid confrontation. Striking during the day, a time when most people are gone at work and at school, makes the most sense. The best way to defend against an intrusion while you’re out of the house is with the installation of an ADT home monitoring system.
Which Houses Do Burglars Skip?
All criminals look for easy targets, and burglars are no exception. Most keep their eye out for houses that don’t seem occupied, and properties that have places to hide. Make your home unappealing to criminals by installing floodlights and keeping the grass mowed. Most importantly, advertise to passers by that your home is protected by ADT, the most trusted name in home security.
Gone are the days when homeowners could leave their doors unlocked, secure in the knowledge that their neighborhood was safe from harm. Unfortunately, in today’s world, every precaution must be taken when it comes to home security. With burglars getting savvier every passing year, you need to think like them if you’re going to keep your property safe. With these basic precautions, you can greatly improve your home security and keep them at bay.
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