Don't be an easy target! Burglar-Proof Your Home Today!
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It's truly a home owner's worst nightmare. No one wants to be robbed or attacked in what to us is our castle! So protect it like the Lord of Castle would! Here are just some quick suggestions and products that can help!
- Never leave keys in hiding places outside the house.
- Add general security systems and alarms.
- Always keep your garage door closed and locked.
- Trim back all bushes under windows.
- Plant prickly, thorny shrubs or bushes under windows to discourage prowlers.
- Bright lights outside around all doors and window discourage break ins. Install motion triggered lights around corners of the home.
- Install a solid core or metal-clad door fitted with both inside hinge pins and a minimum one-inch throw deadbolt lock.
- Doors with windows require a double key deadbolt.
- Secure garage doors with cane bolts and hasps.
- Install a peep hole in the front door.
- Secure crank Windows by drilling a hole through the latch frame and handle, then insert a metal pin or nail through the hole to lock the window in place.
- Place Operation Identification stickers on doors and windows.
- If you have a keypad garage door, reprogram the code.
- Never leave your garage door opener visible in your car.
- Never let strangers into your home. Never give out your address or phone number to strangers.
If you ever feel you don't have a handy person to do these items...give me a call! I am here to be a resource to you to keep your home in tip top shape and I am happy to share my contacts on electricians, plumbers, contractors, landsacapers and more! Just text, call or email me anytime.!
