21 ways to keep your home safe
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21 CHEAP TRICKS TO KEEP YOUR HOME SAFE
By Brad Winget
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INSTALL DUMMY SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS
For a easy DIY project, turn a webcam into some security cameras.
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REMOVE FLIERS FROM YOUR DOORSTEP
Never let flyers or menus build up on your doorstep — you risk appearing like you’re on vacation. And if you are on vacation, have your neighbor pick them up for you. Burglars sometimes case a home by planting a flyer and checking to see if someone picks it up.
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PUT BUMPER STICKERS ON YOUR CAR
Anything that makes your car more easily identifiable is a good deterrent. And remember to keep it messy if you can.
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KEEP YOUR HOME WELL GROOMED
Eliminate any potential places for burglars and intruders to lurk. Be sure to keep large bushes and shrubs away from windows.
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LIGHT TIMERS FOR YOUR OUTDOOR LIGHTS
Use fluorescent bulbs to keep energy costs down.
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SAY GOODBYE WHEN LEAVING YOUR HOME
If someone’s watching you, they’ll be fooled into thinking someone is still home.
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DON’T LEAVE YOUR ELECTRONICS BOXES ON THE CURB
Drive them to the recycling plant yourself, or cut them up into smaller pieces and conceal them in your recycling or trash bins.
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DON’T LEAVE A LATTER IN YOUR YARD
Most burglars don’t BYOL. So don’t make their jobs easier by supplying them with an easy way to get into your bedroom.
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MAKE YOUR MIRRORS NOT SHOW YOUR HOME ALARM
Burglars might be able to see if your alarm is unarmed, so make sure you examine your mirrors from all outside angles.
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MOW YOUR LAWN
People will wonder if you’ve gone on vacation if you let your grass grow too high.
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DON’T LEAVE UPDATES THAT YOU’LL BE AWAY
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FAKE A TV GLOW
There are devices that use the same energy as a nightlight, works on a timer system, and makes it look like someone’s home. It costs $39.95.
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LEAVE TRACKS IN THE SNOW
Untouched, virgin snow is a surefire way to let burglars know that no one’s home.
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GET FAKE HOME ALARM DECALS IF YOU CAN’T AFFORD ONE
Check eBay- there are plenty there.
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PACK YOUR CAR QUICKLY BEFORE A TRIP
Load your car in the garage with the door closed. If you have to do it in public, do it as quickly and efficiently as possible.
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REENFORCE YOUR DOOR JAMBS
Keep your doors from getting kicked in with this supremely easy DIY, which takes under an hour to install.
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SECURE YOUR WINDOWS
Cut a wooden dowel so that it fits into your track when it’s closed.
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INVEST IN DOUBLE GLAZED OR TOUGHED GLASS WINDOWS
Double-glazed windows as well as toughened glass are harder to smash through. Not the cheapest option, but you get added benefits. In the case of double-glazed windows, you’ll save money from increased heat insulation and they’ll block out more noise, which could increase your property value if you happen to live on a loud, busy street.
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MOTION SENSORS THAT WORK WITH YOUR SMART PHONE
A clever gadget is called the Canary and it costs $199 with no monthly fee. Get more info
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BUILD A SAFE PLACE FOR YOUR VALUABLES
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-Brad
Thanks for watching!