How To Make Your Home More Secure From Intruders

Make Your Home More Secure From Intruders_Chispa Magazine
The idea of intruders setting foot inside your home is probably something you would rather not think about. The concept of someone letting themselves into your home and helping themselves to your stuff is a scary thought.The idea of an intruder entering your home might be frightening, but it’s something you must think about. If you want to keep your home safe, along with all your prized possessions, you need to think about your security. To help you make your home more secure, here are a few useful tips and ideas:

Make Your Doors + Windows More Secure
If you are concerned about intruders, the best thing to do is ensure that your doors and windows are as secure as possible. If you are unsure how to do this, it’s a good idea to consult a locksmith, like SK Locksmith, for some help and advice.

Ask the locksmith to test how secure your locks are and ask them what they would advise you do to increase security. Simple things, like adding a chain, can make all the difference to whether a burglar gets into your property.

Don’t Make it Easy for Intruders to Hide
Far too many homes make it easy for intruders to conceal themselves while trying to break in. Don’t have tall shrubs or trees near your windows or doors as they are ideal for someone who is trying to stay hidden.

An excellent way to make it impossible for intruders to hide is by installing security lighting. If you invest in motion sensor flood lighting for your property, if anyone attempts to break in, the lights will turn on and alert you.

Don’t Keep Expensive Items in Sight
If you drive a nice car, park it in the garage at night. If you have expensive things in your house, such as games consoles, televisions, etc. keep them hidden. Whenever you buy a new gadget, always make sure you carefully get rid of the box so it’s never left in sight.

Mix Things Up
Before attempting to break in, most intruders spend time studying the neighborhood. They will know when you leave for work, when your neighbors leave and return from work, what time the mailman comes, etc. Don’t make it easy for burglars, if you can, mix up what time you leave and return from work. Pop home during your lunch break or finish work a little earlier, mix things up to make it more difficult for intruders.

Don’t Advertise the Type of Security System You Have
Don’t put a sticker on your door that says which brand of security system you have, as this will give the information needed to disable it. Instead, invest in a generic sticker that says your property is protected by a security system.

Photo by Tomas Chevalier

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Mia Guerra

Mia Guerra

Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine
Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine, Mia Guerra is a writer at heart. Regardless the topic, she loves to investigate, encourage, and ruminate on topics that can make us better people. Aiming to live a Proverbs 31 life, Mia is ecstatic to be following her calling with Chispa. At home she is her husband's sidekick and together they are raising a God-fearing family in Atlanta.

Mia Guerra

Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine, Mia Guerra is a writer at heart. Regardless the topic, she loves to investigate, encourage, and ruminate on topics that can make us better people. Aiming to live a Proverbs 31 life, Mia is ecstatic to be following her calling with Chispa. At home she is her husband's sidekick and together they are raising a God-fearing family in Atlanta.