Home Security
Home Security is the best way to reduce your chances of being burgled. A lot of burglaries occur on the spur of the moment, as a burglar may see an open window or other easy point of entry and take their chance. Criminals do not want to be seen or heard while committing crime, so good lighting, house alarms and crunchy surfaces such as gravel are all effective deterrents.
§ When you go out, even for a short time, always lock all doors and close and lock the windows.
§ Window locks and inexpensive window alarms, especially on older windows, will help deter a burglar. (A burglar is less likely to break in if they have to smash a window).
§ If you have deadlocks, use them. They make it harder for a thief to get out again. But don't leave the key near the door in an obvious place.
§ Don’t leave keys in locks or visible from the outside. Keep all keys, including car keys out of sight in the house. A burglar will smash a window if he can reach the key to unlock the window.
§ Don't ‘hide’ spare keys outside or in a garage or shed.
§ Use timers for lights and radios if you need to be away from home overnight. They will create the impression that someone is in.