More than 20 percent of all homeowners have a security monitoring system. While this number is increasing, homeowners are now looking for added features that can increase a home’s safety value.
When thinking of home security, most families focus their efforts on the front door, but today’s burglar looks for alternative entrances such as patio doors and windows.
Homeowners today need to have products that include safety features. There are basic protection measures a homeowner can take, such as making sure windows and doors have advanced locking systems.
Homeowners should look for patio doors that feature multi-point locking systems. One of the better options available is a lock that secures the door to the top, side and threshold of the door frame with the flip of a single lever. With this locking system, some doors can withstand more than 1,000 pounds of force.
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With the increased awareness in crime, and safety within the home, the wired and wireless home security systems have now become the most common home appliances. More and more homes are now being outfitted with sensitive, sophisticated home security systems. A number of home security companies are currently wiring houses with various modes of security devices, ranging from simple door movement detectors, to elaborate computerized sensor systems.
A number of home security companies install a wiring and motion sensor system, that when activated, is instantly monitored at the local monitoring headquarters, showing upon a computerized console. The cause of the alarm is determined, and a floor plan of the house pinpoints the exact location of the problem. Immediately, the proper authorities – police, fire department, or medical emergency assistance officials – are notified of the impending problem, and where it is actually taking place in the house.
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Safety, security and peace of mind. All of us want those conditions for ourselves and for our loved ones – and security lighting can help obtain them.
Darkened homes or businesses invite intruders and could lead to accidents. But well-chosen, strategically located home security lighting lighting can protect you from break-ins, enable you to get more use from outdoor areas, make your home or business more attractive and add to its value.
Here are some ideas about how to put home security lighting to work for you.
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Home sweet home. It’s your sanctuary. But increasingly your personal domain is being invaded. So what’s a poor homeowner to do?
Well lets start with the basement windows. It’s the No. 1 way crooks enter homes. Often they’re only held together with very light nylon clips which can easily be broken, especially in the winter time when they become brittle. They may not be pretty but bars are your best bet.
Choosing locks for doors is crucial. Basically there are two types – the deadbolt and the locking knob set. The locking knob set, which locks with a twist of the door knob, is convenient and easy to install. It’s also easy pickings for burglars. With little effort, the latch can be pushed out of its strike with a credit card.
As well, the latch only extends into the door frame about 1.2 centimeters. If somebody wants to they can pry that door away from the frame far enough so that it will let go (the latch). That’s why deadbolt locks – with a standard throw of 2.5 centimeters – are the way to go.
It’s a little difficult to spread a door and a frame an inch, adding that once in the extended position, the bolt can’t slide back. And if you’ve just purchased a home – changing the locks is a good idea. You don’t know who’s got keys and it might be somebody who might have ideas about coming back.
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A burglary is reported somewhere in the United States every 10 seconds. By implementing some simple security measures, residents can reduce their risk of being a burglar’s next victim and improve their home security.
You should take this home security test to determine just how safe your home is:
• Do you mark your valuables with your driver’s license or identification number?
• Do you have an inventory list of serial numbers and descriptions of your valuables such as jewelry, televisions, stereos, appliances, etc.?
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