Home Security Tips From A Professional Burglar

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Ways on how to improve home security is no mystery. You can see or read various articles that provide security tips and steps to follow in which you will notice are often similar. You may wonder if the tips and steps are reliable or effective. As I have found out, the tips and steps provided are originally collected from professionals such as locksmiths, home builders and even burglars.

A certain burglar who was incarcerated until 1987, decided to create a video that provides tips and steps to prevent home burglary. He sighted some methods and tactics homeowners implemented that discouraged him and his fellow burglars from victimizing their homes. The tips and steps that the ex burglar provided are no mystery and you can see them on most related articles or resources.

Common Yet Highly Effective Tips To Enhance Home Security And Prevent Burglary

Warning Signs

The ex burglar mentioned that the warnings that threatened and discouraged him and his fellow intruders are those that indicate the presence of dog/dogs as well as security surveillance cameras. They would usually avoid the risks of being hurt or caught and since there are plenty of homes to choose from, most burglars consider it wiser to move to the next target if ever their first choice has threatening warning signs.

If you wish to sleep more peacefully and feel more assured, then it is advisable that your home actually possess the warnings you have on your signage.

Secured Doors

Doors should always be locked at all times, whether you are at home or not.

The ex burglar specifically recommends installing solid core or metal doors on all entry points. These doors should each have quality deadbolt locks with 1 inch throw bolt and with door knobs that are in lock set with dead latch mechanisms.

If you prefer wooden doors, the ex burglar suggests using highly sturdy four screw strike plate having 3 inch screw so it can go through the door’s wooden frame. The ex burglar also highly recommends the use of a peephole that has 160 degree wide-angle lens.

If your house has some sliding doors, you need to place or install secondary blocking devices on both the top and bottom portion of the doors as well as devices that prevent the doors from being lifted off their tracks. In addition, you can place visible alarms and warning signs.

Secured Windows

Just like your doors, windows should always be locked. To have both security and ventilation, the ex burglar suggests utilizing a lock that can allow the window to open no more than 6 inches. This allows your windows to provide your home with ventilation without providing enough space for intruders to enter.

Security Alarm Systems And Surveillance Cameras

A warning signage can even be more threatening, if intruders can see that the warnings are actually true. The ex burglar suggests to make sure that your alarm systems and cameras are visible to everyone. It is vital that your security systems are properly positioned, protected, programmed and maintained.

The rate of crime or burglary are higher than before. As you can see, the tips and steps are not that complicated or difficult. There are affordable ways to enhance security on your doors and windows as well as install your alarms and surveillance cameras. If you wish to learn more, I recommend you go to Seattle Locksmith Services and Solutions or Call (206) 829-8169.