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Burglars
look for the easiest target, not because they are professionals,
but are amateurs looking for a quick and effortless entry
into a home to take items of value. The following tips can
help you avoid making your home look like that “easy
target”.
• Lock all doors and windows
when you leave the house and when you go
to sleep. Lock your garage door as well.
• Make your house look occupied by day, leave drapes
and shades in
normal positions with valuables out of sight.
• At night, leave some inside lights on, consider
using timers that turn
lamps on after dark and off at dawn.
• Keep a radio or television on low volume when not
at home.
• Be a good neighbor by keeping an eye on your neighbor’s
home; get
them to do the same for you.
• Report suspicious people or vehicles lurking in
the neighborhood.
• Dial 911 if your suspicions are aroused and give
police a good description.
• Install dead bolt locks with at least a 2”
slide bolt and 3” screws that
secure the stop plate to the doorframe.
• Change locks any time a key is lost or stolen, and
don’t give or lend keys.
• By installing a one-way peephole, you can see who
is outside.
• Don't advertise when the house will be unoccupied. Stop
all mail and
have a friend or neighbor collect newspapers. Have someone park a
car in your driveway or parking pad.
• Mark your property by inscribing your driver’s
license number on
these items.
• Be suspicious of anyone who asks to enter your home
for any type
of “maintenance” reason. There are numerous
cases of people
impersonating electricians or gas line inspectors
who turn out to be
dangerous. Always demand to see an official company
ID.
• Fasten air conditioner units securely to the windowsill
or window
frame. Otherwise, burglars can too easily remove
the unit and enter your
home through the window.
• Keep a list of the make, model and serial numbers
of all valuables.
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