House Has Been Burgled? Here’s What To Do Next

Build a Unique Home with These Top Methods-Chispa MagazineNobody wants to consider the ramifications of a burglary. Knowing that someone has been in your home isn’t a nice feeling, particularly when you’re living there with children. It makes you feel vulnerable, uncomfortable and stressed, and it quickly takes its toll.

And, that’s why the period of time after a burglary is your chance to resume control of your life. By living in fear, you are providing the robber exactly what they want—satisfaction. They want you to be afraid, and even though you might be, do not let it show.

So, to help you bounce back and get your home life on track again, here’s what you should do right after a robbery.

Firstly, make notes of everything that’s missing. Depending on the level of your home and contents insurance cover, you may be entitled to have some costs reimbursed. All you need to do is find your insurance policy and call the number on the paper.

The company will be happy to help—all you have to do is tell them what happened. The sooner you do this, the better—it helps the company assess your case more easily. Plus, if the crime scene is fresh, it’s easier to tell what’s missing and what the damage is. Take plenty of pictures after the incident.

Secondly, consider implementing a security system. Perhaps your home was an easy target, or your lack of security features caused an accident. As a general rule of thumb, all homes should be equipped with a basic burglar alarm, but extra features can’t hurt.

A company such as Alarm Industries could provide your home with these extra features, from cameras to access control. With the increasing amount of expensive goods we keep in our houses, it’s important to make sure they’re protected adequately.

Sure, doors and windows can be locked, but a truly determined robber will find a way. Security is an important factor of the modern home, so don’t neglect it.

Thirdly, contact the authorities. You don’t necessarily have to do this if you aren’t hurt, or not much was stolen, but it’s a good idea anyway. Simply letting the criminal get away with it means they could strike again further down the line. Here, you have a chance to make sure that doesn’t happen!

The police will ask you for a fully detailed report of the incident, so be as thorough as you can. Make sure you’re honest, and don’t inflate any area of your story for sympathy. If you have any security features installed already, direct the police to those

Next, cancel any cards. Even if you still have all your credit and debit cards, you should still be sure to cancel them. There’s a good chance that the burglar simply wrote the details down to lull you into a false sense of security. With these details, the burglar could still use your card to make purchases online.

So, contact your bank and explain the situation. Your card can be cancelled rather quickly, so the sooner you get on it, the better! You can get a replacement card in the meantime, if you still need to make purchases.

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Milo Senalle

Milo Senalle

Managing Editor at Chispa Magazine
As one of the managing editors of Chispa Magazine, Milo Senalle is the go-to man for all things technology, ethical, and financial concerns. Providing laughs with his style of writing and problem-solving techniques, Milo is a voice of reason among the girly staff at Chispa. Married with children, living in Atlanta, he works 24/7 on becoming a man of courage and believes honor begins at home.

Milo Senalle

As one of the managing editors of Chispa Magazine, Milo Senalle is the go-to man for all things technology, ethical, and financial concerns. Providing laughs with his style of writing and problem-solving techniques, Milo is a voice of reason among the girly staff at Chispa. Married with children, living in Atlanta, he works 24/7 on becoming a man of courage and believes honor begins at home.