An unprotected home is a danger to your loved ones. Although you may think your home is perfectly safe, you never know when a threat may come your way.
If your home shows any of these significant signs that it’s vulnerable to burglaries, it’s time to implement a few changes.
You Have a Broken Garage Door
Have you noticed that your garage door doesn’t shut evenly? Or perhaps a roller or a spring is loose. A door that is already compromised and weak makes it easy for thieves to pry their way inside.
Ensure the garage door is in good condition so that it won’t falter during a potential break-in. You can also decide to upgrade the garage door style to a heavier, higher-grade material that will make denting or compromising the door even more of a challenge.
You Leave the Garage Door Remote Visible
Although garage door remotes are convenient devices, they provide an easy way for intruders to enter a home. This is especially true if you leave the device in the glove box or on the seat of your car. If you leave your car in the driveway, this is exceptionally dangerous because intruders can shimmy their way into the car to retrieve the remote control and then enter the house.
Always ensure the garage door remote isn’t visible to strangers. Take the device into the house after using it, or keep the remote in your locked car in the garage overnight.
You Frequently Forget To Lock All the Doors
Your home’s main door, back door, and garage doors are the main points of entry. On some occasions, you may accidentally forget to lock the door. However, if this becomes a habit, burglars will take notice and potentially target your home.
It’s crucial to always keep your doors locked, especially throughout the night. You never want to risk a stranger entering your home, stealing your valuables, or hurting your loved ones.
Your Home Has Minimal Outdoor Lighting
Poor outdoor lighting is ideal for burglars. Low lighting makes it difficult for you to spot burglars in the yard, which makes it easier for them to sneak up on the house.
Some homeowners install motion-censored lights. Whenever there’s movement, the lights turn on. This is a great tactic to deter potential threats because they will see the homeowners are alerted to their movement.
Another great resolution is to install a variety of solar-powered yard lights. Place them around the front porch, back porch, around the fence, and on the sides of the house. The plentiful lighting sources will avert potential threats and keep your home protected.
You Don’t Have Locks on the Windows
Shattering windows or using a crowbar to pop them open are other methods of entry for thieves. A significant sign that your home is vulnerable to burglaries is that you don’t have locks on the windows.
Locks are an affordable addition that you’ll want to hire a professional to install on each window. Keep the windows locked during the night and daytime. If you’re worried about break-ins, locks on the windows are an efficient choice.
You want to always feel protected. If you feel like you need enhanced security, you may consider installing a steel entry door in your home. It’s a tenacious door that won’t falter under impact. Even skilled burglars are incapable of breaking through powerful steel doors.
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