In this series, we will be giving you useful, proven home security tips, that ensures you and your loved ones, and neighbors, are safe and protected, from burglars and criminals, that are out there trying to prey on the vulnerable.
It is advisable, to live in a safe environment, with some type of state or federal security presence, with that being said, your own alertness, and proactive measures, will go a further step, to guaranty the safety of your home, family and belongings. Take these tips seriously, as they will save you from intruders, and burglars, that always prey on the vulnerable and careless.
Ensure that your property or accommodation has good security doors and burglary: this is very important, as your last line of defense, ensure the property you reside in has strong security doors, this is very important, and could be the factor that saves your life and properties from intruders.
Do proper vetting and due diligence on your workers and domestic staff: do not pick staff randomly, ensure you do proper vetting, and reach out, and meet the guarantor, know where they reside and how you can reach the guarantor, when things go wrong. People that work for you, such as housemaid, cleaners and other such domestic workers know everything about you and your family, so take some time to do some background check. Go to the previous address of the worker, and ask about their lifestyle, you can get a lawyer or private investigator to do this for you, nothing is too much for your safety and security.
Install good lightening system for night security: criminals and burglars prefer operating in the dark, a well-lighted street, neighborhood or premises wards off burglars and criminals, as criminals like to sneak and hide under the shadows. Ensure you place your outside lights high enough and far from the reach of people, also ensure to position the lights properly to shine across all angles of your premises.
position your outdoor security lights properly
Use alarm systems and CCTV cameras: criminals and burglars are afraid of alarm systems and cctv cameras, ensure the camera are plugged in, and has a recording system, also ensure the cctv camera, is placed in an angle hard to reach. A property with cctv camera and alarm systems is a well secured home, the amount invested will be worth it in the end.
well positioned alarm systems and cctv camera, helps to ward off burglars and intruders
Use guard dogs: guard dogs are another layer of security, well trained dogs can alert the neighborhood when intruders sneak into your compound, dogs are good sniffers, they can sniff out intruders or burglars hiding in your premises, a well-trained guard dog is also vicious against intruders, as they can bite and bring harm on the intruder, hence criminals are wary of a premises with guard dogs, because they can make noise, bark to alert people of intrusion, as well as bite an intruder and cause serious injury.
Do not allow random service men or people into your home: it is those who knows what you have in your home, that will inform outsiders or criminals, hence be wary of who you allow inside your home, your home is a sanctuary, make sure you are sure of handy men and repair workers you allow inside your home, do not allow people of unknown character inside your home. Most home burglary and invasion that happens is as a result of information from someone who knows your home and what you have inside your home.
Always be sure of who is at the gate or door before answering and opening: make sure to have a peek hole, or camera by your gate, to see who is honking before opening the gate. Always ask the visitor to identify themselves properly, by stepping down from their vehicle so you ascertain who the visitor is, before opening. Make sure you identify visitors properly before opening your gate and doors, this is important.
Avoid opening your house for parties and celebrations: it is better to do your celebrations outdoors, in your garden, swimming pool or rented event hall or center. By doing your party inside your living space, you invite all sorts of people into your privacy, they know what you have, and a criminal minded person, might capitalize on this information they have on you.
Get phone numbers of neighborhood security patrol or vigilante: you should try to get phone numbers of local police patrol team, or vigilante in your area, this will help you, in a time of emergency. The key factor is to be prepared and ready, so you can act appropriately when required.
Vigilance is key, stay vigilant. If you notice criminal activity in your neighborhood, street and community, speak out, if you see something, say something, security consciousness by all citizens is important in maintaining a safe secure neighborhood and community. Estates and neighborhoods must form associations, where they meet and discuss on security issues, and ensure they employ well vetted vigilantes to secure outside perimeters of the neighborhood.
Till we meet in our next article, stay vigilant, stay alert.
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