Sadly, the threat of home invasion and burglary is a reality for many homeowners. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to protect your home from intruders. While you can never remove the threat entirely, you can reduce the risk significantly and make your property less attractive to criminals.
Install Security Cameras
Security cameras provide an extra layer of protection in deterring criminals from entering your home and they record any activity outside your home. Installing a camera system is an excellent way to keep yourself and your family safe. They also act as a visual deterrent, with burglars more likely to avoid properties that have cameras installed.
Install Motion Sensor Lights
Motion sensor lights are designed to turn on when motion is detected outside the house, providing a bright light to illuminate the area. This can be an effective way to startle potential criminals and discourage them from entering the property. Motion sensor lights are easy to install and require minimal maintenance.
When choosing motion sensor lights, make sure they are installed in areas that will provide maximum coverage. Installing them near entrances, exits, and pathways will ensure both safety and security.
Trim and Clear Away Bushes
Bushes and shrubs can provide a hiding spot for criminals to conceal themselves while they are near the property. Trimming and clearing away any bushes or shrubs can make it more difficult for criminals to hide, thus making your property less attractive to them. Of course, we aren’t saying you shouldn’t have any landscaping near your home, but having too much of it can give criminals an advantage.
Try Roller Shutters
With Australian roller shutters from Uniblinds, for example, you can control the amount of light that enters your home. The shutters also make it more difficult for criminals to view inside, as well as protect against extreme weather conditions. And like other security measures, these products also act as deterrents by making it harder for criminals to gain access to your property.
What is a roller shutter? A roller shutter is a type of covering that rolls up and down the window, providing insulation and protection from heat or cold. It also gives you control over the amount of light that enters your home and blocks out unwanted noise. Roller shutters are a superb way to deter criminals because they make it more difficult to gain access (most criminals will simply see the shutters and walk away!).
When combined with window sensors, roller shutters can create an even stronger security system. Window sensors will alert you if the shutter is opened and give you time to respond before any entry is gained.
Join a Neighbourhood Watch Group
Finally, consider joining a neighbourhood watch group to help protect your home. It can also create a sense of community that may deter criminals from your home. Neighbourhood watch groups involve members of the community coming together to monitor and report suspicious activity in their area.
Thanks to technology, you can now use apps and social media to connect with your local neighbourhood watch group, allowing you to monitor activity in real-time and alert authorities if necessary. Being part of a neighbourhood watch group also means you can access support from your neighbours, making it easier to spot any suspicious activity in your area.
With all five of these methods, you can increase the security of your home, deter criminals, and protect yourself and your family. Taking preventative measures like installing cameras and motion sensors may seem unnecessary if you haven’t experienced a burglar before, but people who have been victims of a burglary will tell you that it’s an investment worth making.