Because of the busy pace of life today, many people don’t actively think about their home security beyond locking the door behind them.
However normal that might seem, when a burglar strikes, home security suddenly becomes a more prominent feature and measures are then taken to protect our homes. By reading this article, you are taking a big step towards better securing your home, which you can then complement by enforcing the following:
1. Spare keys
Leaving spare keys hidden outside a home is a common thing that many people do and most burglars are wise to this practice.
When a burglar raids, the first thing they will do is search under every flowerpot and doormat and other potential hiding places for a hidden spare key.
This is why it is vital that you stop this practice immediately. If you want to have access to a spare key, it is a better idea to leave one with a trusted relative or friend.
2. Make it difficult for the burglar
Many homeowners have items around their home that can help a burglar to scale up walls and to gain access to upstairs windows.
Burglars will use obvious things like ladders if there is one lying along the side of your house but they will also use wheelie bins and other large items of equipment.
By either locking these things into your garden shed or chaining them to something away from your house, a burglar is faced with a much more difficult task when trying to gain access to your home.
3. Locks
Your locks are your first line of defence against burglars, which is why it is so important that all your residential locks are in good working order. Another good idea, which a locksmith in Sydney can help you with, is to install a second strong lock that is clearly visible.
Even the sight of such a lock will be enough to deter a burglar and, even if it doesn’t, it will take someone much longer to break into your home, increasing their chance of being caught.
4. Windows
For a burglar, windows are a perfect access point to a building. To secure your windows, hire a locksmith in Bondi to fit key operated locks on all windows regardless of their size and make sure that you keep them locked if they will not be used or if you are leaving your home for a long period of time.
Taking a proactive approach when it comes to your home’s safety makes perfect sense and ensures that it’s less likely to be targeted by burglars.
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