Home Security Tips From courant.com
As the summer continues, more and more state authorities are encouraging homeowners and residents to be cautious and alert on home security and safety.
The Connecticut State Police, as reported from courant.com Connecticut News, offers home security tips of their own to the residents:
- Locks Use quality locks on all doors, windows and sliding doors, and be especially careful in the summer months.
- House Number: Make sure the number on your house is visible at night, and light it if necessary, so that responders can locate your home quickly.
- Keys: Don’t leave keys outside your home, even if they are hidden. No matter how clever you are, burglars will find them.
- Neighbors: Know your neighbors, and keep their phone numbers on hand in case of an emergency.
- Foliage: Trim foliage away from doors and windows, so that entryways to your home can be seen clearly from the street.
- Lights: Keep the outside of your home well-lit. Motion-sensitive lights are a good deterrent.
- Timers: Use devices that give the impression that people are home. Use timers for lamps, or keep a radio on, for example.
