Friday, November 09, 2007

Anti-Theft Tips for Homes

Another home in our neighborhood was robbed. The burglar entered through an unlocked window.

Following the crime report, our neighborhood watch group has issued a few easy and low-cost safety tips. The last tip about background noise makes a lot of sense to me. I highly recommend a dog as well. Our dog is small-ish but he has a big bark and can seem menacing to strangers. (He's sweet to kids.)

Here are the tips:

  • "Be sure to lock all doors and windows prior to leaving your home.
  • If you have an alarm system, please make sure you turn it on and use it.
  • If you plan to be away overnight, use timers on your lighting fixtures and stop your mail and newspaper deliveries.
  • Ask a neighbor to keep an eye on your home when going out of town.
  • Consider leaving a radio or television on when going out. The sound will give the impression that someone is home. "
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