You have often noticed that even though we take proper security measures before leaving our house, something still keeps bothering us at the back of our minds. Questions like, " Did I really lock the main door before leaving, or " Is the lock sturdy enough if someone tries to break in? ".
It may be possible that you're lucky enough to live in a peaceful neighborhood without much history in robbery or theft. Even then, it's our responsibility to take the preliminary measures to secure our residents. Sometimes a lot of quick and smart hacks are very useful in doing so. Sometimes you can simply carry out the customary steps to save your house from burglars.
When we are leaving our place for an overnight trip or something of the similar kind, it becomes indispensable to take the necessary precautions.
Let's check out top security tips by which you can rest assured that your house is safe when left alone.
Do not leave the valuable items around-
You need to keep in mind when leaving your house empty for a while that it is prone to danger and theft. Better advisable to keep your costly or valuable items locked up in the safest cupboard with multiple locking systems. Make sure you do not share the secret keycode with anybody in terms of house help, gardener etc. Only the immediate family members who you can completely trust are the ones who you can tell the combination of numbers. Children are better left unaware of the code as they do not realize the significance of it and may leak it to strangers.
If you have the traditional key system, better to carry it along with you or if you feel like you can't afford to carry it around, leave it to trusted neighbours or relatives you can hold accountable if things go downhill in your absence. Here also lies another tricky hack which you can't try once in a while. Many times in case of a break in, the person will look for valuables in the obvious places. In the hurry to get things done, they would not care to search around the places which are unlikely to have anything precious in them.
Have you ever thought of hiding the jewelries behind the cupboard full of kitchen items? You can surely come up with much more unusual places like the bathroom or the pantry!
Lock up the windows and the door knobs carefully -
- Please make sure you check twice all the windows and door knobs before leaving the house. A simple careless act can cost you a life's saving, always remember that.
- If any lock or latch is not functioning properly make sure to get it repaired before you head out on a vacation
- You should also replace them periodically from time to time even though they look fine from outside. It's important to note that everything has a lifespan. It's advisable to replace the object after it has served its purpose for a couple of years.
- Do not compromise on the cost and fitting expenditure while getting the locks checked. It's possible that you have a fair deal of experience in fitting locks etc, but always look out for a person who is like a professional and occupation wise knows how to deal with security issues.
- Always purchase the locks from trusted brands like Godrej etc, which comes with a warranty period , in case you need to replace them later.
Installation of security cameras -
- Modern day technology and advancement in human security and welfare, has ensured a better way to abate one's self from being a victim of any kind of crime or corruption.
- It is quite possible that in spite of taking all the necessary precautions, one is unfortunate enough to end up having burglars breaking into the house in your absence.
- Or maybe they are capable of entering your garage or lawn area to create havoc.
- CCTVs and surveillance cameras will ensure that the next day following the incident, you're able to get your hands on the rogues. This will hasten up your search for them and help you to press legal charges against them.
Other miscellaneous tips from locksmiths to secure your homes -
- Appoint a security guard for the nights you aren't around. You can even hire them for all times of the day to ensure safety.
- Do not go public about the fact that you'll be away for a while. Also stop letting the colleagues and the world know that you've got something precious inside the house.
- Maintain privacy by collecting your mails everyday. If you leave it there in the mailbox, chances are someone might like to have a sneak peek!
- Do not make it obvious that you aren't present for a while. Ask the newspaper service to stop dropping off papers everyday. Abandoned articles at the door are a clear indication of a secluded house.