Hardly anyone thinks about safety and security in their home these days. We have become so lax about preparing for intruders that we deconstructed our walls, filled in our moats, and replaced the white knight that hangs out in front of our doorstep with a cute lawn gnome. Even modern television shows like Fuller House play on the lack of security with all members of the home saying “it’s always open” for anyone that rings the doorbell. This could be a dream house for modern bandits. Lets snap out of fantasy for a bit and talk about a few ways to prevent your home from being invaded.
Suburban Areas
If you live in a suburban area in the greater Seattle area, you are 1.5x more likely to experience a home invasion versus urban areas. Burglars want less people, more room, and bigger houses to easily break-in and take your things. Keeping them out is the name of the game.
Bushes Around Windows
Adding shrubbery or, even better yet, thorny shrubbery around windows gives you a bit of defense versus the bad guys. If they can easily walk up to your back window, then it’s a potential access point for them to get in. Also, thorny bushes can be used to collection DNA if they do decide to tango with the weeds. Home invasion will surely become harder than ever.
Lock All Your Doors and Windows
Whether you’re inside the house or not, keeping your doors dead-bolted and windows locked at all times can keep potential burglars from easily entering. Signals can be misread. Imagine a burglar that’s been staking out your home typically sees your car in the drive-away and stays away, but today you dropped it off at the mechanic. This could be a wrong signal telling them “it’s time to go in!” Only way to prevent this is to keep your home locked. Burglars also like to climb – a second story window is just as good access point as the first story window. So, don’t think upstairs windows can go unsecured. It’s important that all access points are locked down, at all times.
Cameras Designed for Home Invasion Prevention
If you are out and about a lot from your home, or even if you are a homebody, cameras should be a no brainer. With how technology is evolving, cameras are becoming an extremely affordable investment to protect you and your assets. If you have to commute to work, pick up kids, and get groceries; having a hard drive with a few cameras setup to record your home is a great option. Although it may not be a huge deterrent to criminals, it does give the authorities footage and evidence they need to track down the bad guy. If you work from home or are a homebody (lucky you!), hooking up your camera system to monitor or your tv is better than having a peep-hole at the front door. Live feeds can let you know who is at the front, back, or side door with a glance so burglars can’t do pull a distraction burglary on you.
Alarm System With Noise
Speaking of distraction burglaries, another countermeasure is to have an alarm system with a notification noise. It should be throughout the house when a door or window has been either opened or closed. Of course, if you have a family anything like Fuller House, you might need to deal with the annoyance of the noise (thanks Kimmy Gibbler). Home invasion will be sensed right away!
Arm Yourself and Know How to Use it
Imagine this – you’ve seen two suspects in your live feed cameras roaming around your house. You shout to them, “I’m home and armed!” What if they don’t run off? What do you do? One of the best investments in home invasions is to have a defense weapon. Whether it’s a knife, bat, or gun; keep it in a safe location, know where it is at all time, and know how to use it effectively.
Need Any Electrical Work Done?
Wire Craft is always here to help you with any electrical needs. We can prevent home invasions in the greater Seattle area. This includes installing bright, motion-sensored security lights.
Call us today at 206.855.5061 to find out how we can help you. We will strive to to keep your home safe and secure.
