Protect your Home from Invasion
Protect your Home from Invasion
Many people worry about keeping their possessions safe while they are
away from home, but fail to take similar precautions when they are at
home – even though there is a lot more at stake than mere possessions.
Remember…burglars may look for vulnerable homes, but robbers look for vulnerable people.
Reduce the risk of a home invasion by following these common-sense tips:
-Always keep your doors locked…home invaders tend to “burst” in, rather than “sneak” in.
-Keep your windows secure at night, when robbers are more reliant upon stealth.
-Always keep your alarm system activated, and program “911” on all home phones and all cell phones with speed-dial features.
-Make sure all family members are aware that doors not in use should be
locked at all times. Consider an alarm system that tells you if door or
windows are open.
-Never program voicemail to answer with a response like “we’re not
home” or “I’m no here”. Instead, say “No one is able to answer right
now”.
-Keep outside areas well lit right through the night, especially if not visible from street or traffic.
-Get to know your neighbors, and agree to keep “all eyes” on each
others’ homes for extra security, and be watchful for unusual street
activity.