Some Questions on Home Security
An article about New Zealanders and their trusting nature conflicting with home and physical security measures gives off some questions that you can apply to check on your home and physical security.
From New Zealanders Too Trusting:
• Are all windows fitted with an auxiliary keyed window locks? Are the keys readily available in an emergency?
• Have you changed yours locks if you just moved into a new house, flat or apartment.
• Is your back door fitted with simple two lever mortice locks? Fit a deadbolt and use in conjunction with mortice lock and handles. The back door of your home is more vulnerable than the front.
• Have you fitted a deadbolt to the front door and all other external doors, including connecting door between garage and house?
• Have you fitted a good quality padlocks on both sides of garage door if it does not have an automatic opener?
• Have you fitted hinge bolts or pins to outward opening hinged doors, top and bottom?
• Have you fitted sliding doors with auxiliary bolts?
• Are all gates secured with quality weatherproof padlock and chain or keyless entry?
• Do you have an alarm system? Is it monitored?
• Have you included smoke detectors on your alarm system?
• Are all entrances well illuminated?
• Are all tree limbs trimmed to prevent access to upper floor windows or balconies?
• Do you have an up-to-date home inventory including identifying numbers and pictures?
