Would you be surprised to know that a home is broken into somewhere in the United States every 15 seconds? On average, each homeowner pays $2,000 to replace their belongings and fix damaged property. Sadly, home burglaries are becoming more common. The good news is that there are steps you can take to make your home less appealing for criminals. Here are five tips to help make your home virtually burglar-proof.
Don’t advertise that you’ve made new purchases
Keep your blinds closed when you’re not home
Lock your entry doors that are attached to your garage
Update your windows
Lock your doors
When you make a major purchase, like a new TV, video game console, computer, or other electronic that would be easy for a thief to steal and resell, there’s no need to let everyone in the neighborhood know. One way that advertises your new purchase is an empty box on your curb. This actually tells potential thieves exactly what you bought and they’ll know just what to look for.
Instead of putting these empty boxes on the curb, take them to your local recycling center. This will cut down on waste and ensure you’re not unnecessarily make your home a target.
Ideally, your expensive items wouldn’t be in plain view of your windows, though in homes with many windows, this is virtually impossible. However, it is possible to keep your blinds closed when you’re gone. Burglars will often go from home to home, looking for a spot with a lot of things to steal within easy grabbing distance from the front door. If your home doesn’t give them info, then they’re likely to just move on.
Do you have a door going from your garage to your home? You may not think twice about locking it – after all, your garage is locked – but the reality is that many garage doors are actually relatively easy to get into. That’s why it’s important to make sure that the door from your garage to your home is locked.
Almost 60% of burglaries involve entry through the windows. By replacing your old windows with new, more secure windows, you could be preventing burglars from getting in your home.
This sounds obvious but the reality is that many homeowners feel safe and secure and they don’t always lock up. If you need a new, secure door, call Progressive Insulation & Windows today. We can recommend the top products that will help you stay safe and secure in your own home.
No one wants to get robbed but you also don’t want to feel like a prisoner in your own home. These simple tips are great ways you can make subtle changes that could prevent you from dealing with the hassle of a robbery. For more information on installing new, secure doors and windows, contact Progressive Insulation & Windows today at (800) 500-6200.
