Burglars spend an average of eight minutes in a home. Always lock your doors and set your security system, even if you’re running a quick errand or going for a walk.
Most thefts happen during the day while everyone is at work. In 2006, 63% of residential burglaries occurred during the day. Don’t advertise that you aren’t at home by leaving a note on the door for your housekeeper. Also never leave a repairman alone in your home. He will have access to your entire home. Never allow a stranger into your home; they may be going door to door profiling homes and deciding which ones to break into later.
First floor windows are especially vulnerable to burglars. Install burglar-proof windows that are harder to break through. Always close and lock your windows when you’re not home. Most burglaries happen during the summer when windows are left open, screen doors are used instead of solid doors, and items like bikes are left scattered around yards.
Always change the locks when you move into an apartment or home. The tenant that lived there before you may still have a key. If there is not already a deadbolt, install one.
In 2006, the Federal Bureau of Investigation averaged the financial loss due to burglaries to be $1,834. A home security system could save you from being a victim. In addition to protecting your home and family from theft, your insurance costs may be deducted when a home security system is installed. Save yourself some money and burglar proof your home.
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