House break-ins are common this time of year so it might be a good time to consider whether your home would be an easy target for a thief. In this article, we are going to look at some simple ways to make your home as unappealing to an intruder as possible.
One thing to keep in mind is that thieves want to break into a home without being noticed so make it hard for them to do so. One example of this is If exterior doors and windows are covered with foliage, this would make an ideal shelter for a would-be intruder to enter your home unnoticed. Trimming back any trees and shrubs from these areas will help to deter them. It is also important to maintain your exterior doors and windows. If doors and windows are showing signs of poor condition such as warping or rotting, etc. this will make them much easier to break into.
Some homeowners choose to put up window bars or heavy-duty wire screens on their ground-level windows. While this is a good way to deter a burglar, just make sure that they are equipped with an easy release mechanism on the inside to prevent them from becoming a fire safety hazard.
Another excellent way to deter a thief is to illuminate the exterior of the home. Fitting motion sensor lighting to every side of the home’s exterior will help to alert you to anyone coming near to the house. You should also consider leaving a few lights on inside the home if you are going to be away overnight.
There are many more ways you can deter a would-be intruder from targeting your home. if you are concerned about how secure your property is, why not get it inspected? A home inspector can point out areas of concern and advise you on the best way to fix the issue.