Give The Gift Of Home Security This Christmas
Enjoying the season of giving is what the winter holidays are all about. These are also times when thieves know that homes during the holidays are filled with gifts, being it a time of vigilance for homeowners. Take these precautions to ensure that your home is protected from a holiday break-in this winter.
Lock Up
Always close and lock the doors and windows of your home if you’re leaving, even if just for a short trip. The garage door is also a popular entrance point for thieves, so keep it closed even when you’re home. Don’t forget to lock the door to the garage in the event that thieves gain access to the garage. Be sure to never leave a spare key outside the house—thieves know where to find them.
Always Make it Look Like Someone is Home
Automate your lights in and around your home and put them on a schedule (using your mobile App) to come on at certain times, for example at sunset.
This serves as an excellent deterrent. Guiding away treats whether you quickly stepped out from home or is out of town on vacation. If you leave town, have the mail and newspaper picked up by a neighbor or request to have it stopped. You may even want to hire a house sitter for extra protection.
Store Valuables in a Safe
Store your Jewelry and other small objects of great value in a safe. Another alternative to a safe is a bank’s safety deposit box, protecting things you don’t need regularly.
Invest in a Quality Home Security System
Nothing will deter a thief like a cutting-edge, professionally installed home security system. A high-quality system should include motion detection triggers, video surveillance, and central monitoring features.