Hello World! Welcome Friends! Burglars target homes that are not occupied or at least show signs they are not. When there appears to be no one at home, and has been that way for days or weeks, thieves see this as a better target for a break-in.
As such, before leaving for holiday you should find a way to make it look as if there are people in the house. It is not hard to do this, considering there are various home security options to do so.
Lock The Windows, Doors, And The Garage
When you talk to a locksmith about home security, the first thing they will do is check all your entry points for high quality locks.
As they say, a chain is only as strong as its weakest link. Hence there is no point investing in 9 high quality locks and then having one window with an old, non functioning lock that can easily be forced open.
Doors and windows are major entry points to your house for any burglars. They will first check the back door, then windows, and even the garage.
Using reliable locks is one of the most important things that every homeowner should do. Most of the lock replacements and repairs done by locksmiths are for doors that have been manipulated. If the locks are not reliable, it will be easy to break in.
Even with the best locks, always double-check you have securely locked them before you leave for your vacation.
Security Lights On a Timer
Next you should really consider security lighting. Motion-activated lighting happens to be an excellent option in this case.
There are two types of lighting that you can use. The motion-activated and the dusk-till-dawn ones. They are positioned where they are effective in deterring burglars.
For example, the motion-activated ones will respond to movements in the areas they cover. If someone moves across the covered area, it turns on the lights. It is automatic, and someone will feel as if they are being spied on.
On the other hand, you can opt for dusk to dawn lighting. They are programmed in a way that they are off during the day, but at night, they automatically go on.
Although the lights are not too bright, they become intense when they sense motion. The advantage of these lights is that they will sense anything moving, whether it is a person, vehicle, or animal.
Secure Your Valuables
Everyone has prized possessions, and in most cases, they are kept somewhere in the house. When an intruder enters the house intending to steal, the bedroom is the first place they will check.
Before you go on holiday, find a way to store the valuables safely. The best thing to do is talk to a locksmith to get a reliable safe installed.
There are safes of all sizes whether you need a small or a big one. Moreover, there are varieties of them such as; hidden wall safes, safety deposit boxes, fireproof and floor safes among others.
Get A Home Security System
If you do not have one in place already, it is time to get it. It is one crucial step in securing your home, whether you are around or away.
The benefit of these systems is that there are varieties of them to meet different requirements. There are basic and sophisticated ones and depending on your needs, it will be easy to meet them.
What you should do is talk to a professional locksmith, and they will guide you in getting the most appropriate.
Since you will be going away, opt for one that allows you to monitor your home remotely. Technology has made it possible to do so regardless of where you are.
It is integrated into a smartphone, and as long as you have access to the internet, you can see what is going on in your home. It happens in real-time.
Don’t Leave a Spare Key Outside
To be on the safe side, some people leave a spare key somewhere in the compound. They can hide it anywhere so that if they lose theirs, they won’t be locked out.
This is a risk since you do not know who will lay a hand on it. Some burglars will have time to look for any hidden keys, and they will try it on all doors until they find the right one.
Rather than taking such a risk, you can opt for keyless or biometric locks. It is not time-consuming to have a locksmith install one. Again, there are varieties of them that are affordable.
Stop Mail and Newspaper Deliveries
If your mailbox is full for several days, this will prompt potential intruders that no one is home. Talk to the service providers to stop it for some time. If you cannot stop them, have someone pass by regularly to pick them up.
Don’t Announce You Are Away
The locksmith may do all there is to enhance your home security. They will recommend the best safe and install the best locks, but you have a role to play.
Announcing to people, especially on social media is a huge risk. There are people with ill intentions lurking on these platforms.
They will come across your pics and trace your abode, and they know they have ample time to complete their mission.
If you have to let the social media community know that you were on tour, do it once you are back home.
Conclusion
As you go away on holiday, you want peace of mind. You want to know that your home is secure to ensure intruders will be deterred.
Having dusk-to-dawn and motion-activated lighting is an excellent way to do so. It deters anyone or even animals attempting to trespass your home.
Even if a person manages to get to the door or windows, when reliable locks are installed, this will stop them. It is the reason working with a reputable locksmith is important.
They will help in recommending your options in terms of home security. Before you pack and leave for a vacation, first secure your home. Make it seem as if you are still there, and it is hard to trespass.
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