How do I protect my home during vacations?
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Securing your home during vacations is crucial to carefree enjoyment. alarmsysteemexpert.nl offers helpful and important tips and solutions to protect your home from burglars when you're not around.
Are there specific times or seasons when burglaries are more common?
Many homeowners wonder when to be extra vigilant to prevent possible burglaries. At
When do burglaries often occur?
Burglaries can happen at any time, but there are peak times that are linked to people's routines. For example, vacation periods such as the summer and Christmas vacations are popular among burglars because many families are traveling then. Weekends and dark winter nights also see an increase in burglary activity, as homes are more likely to be unattended and it gets dark early.
Do you live in a safe neighborhood?
Visit the police website and enter your zip code. With just one click, you get instant insight into the number of residential burglaries and attempted burglaries in your neighborhood. Don't let this information deter you, but see it as motivation to strengthen your home security.
How do I protect my home during vacations?
- Make sure your house looks lived in, use timers for your lights and have someone clean up your mail.
- Communication with neighbors is also crucial.
Should I be extra careful during the summer?
Yes, summer is a risky time. And burglars know that, too. Not only because many people are away but most burglaries occur when the front door is open for a while when the weather is nice. Stay alert and make sure your security system is active.
What else can I do to secure my home?
- In addition to security, use strong locks for windows and doors, provide adequate lighting and keep valuables out of sight.
- Prevention is the key to a safe home.
Tips to prevent a break-in during vacation
Protecting your home during vacations is crucial to carefree enjoyment.
- Invest in reliable security systems such as advanced
Alarmanlage , camera surveillance and access controls. - Make sure you have good lighting, both inside and outside.
- Use timers for electronics to create the illusion that someone is home.
- Enlist the help of neighbors to keep an eye on you during your vacation.
- Be cautious about sharing your vacation plans on social media.
- Strengthen your locks and ensure regular maintenance and any upgrades.
- Keep valuables out of sight and store them in a safe place.
- Consider hiring a professional security company for added security.
Frequent burglary methods and how to prevent them
- Burglary: Make sure all access points are closed at all times.
- Hanging: Always remove the keys from the lock and activate the deadbolt.
- Open prying: Protect your property by taking extra security measures.
- Via an overhead light: Make sure these windows are also properly sealed.
Would you like to have a check done on your home security?
Go on vacation with peace of mind and have the status of your home security checked in a timely manner. We are happy to help you with this. Contact us today.
