Time, Light, and Noise
The Bureau of Justice had reported last 2004 that nearly one out of six homes are burglarized. A property crime happens every 3 seconds, and a home is burglarized every 15 seconds.
Burglary, however, can be prevented 90% of the time. It may not be a 100%, but when there’s that big probability to prevent it, then why not do what you can to prevent it?
In preventing home burglary, focus on the three enemies of burglars — time, light, noise.
Jack Krohn, an Ezine Articles author on Home Security, teaches us how these three simple things can help in preventing a burglary from happening to you and your home:
“1.Take a critical look at your house from the outside. Look at your home as a burglar would. Is your house well lit maybe with motion activated spotlights? Are there hiding places near doors and windows? If you can spot a potential weakness in your home’s “look” you can bet a professional burglar can exploit it. Remember that LIGHT is a burglars’ enemy-darkness a friend.
2.What could slow down a burglar from entering your home? Simple home security devices such as locks on doors (deadbolts are best) and windows, bars, grates-items that are visible from the exterior of the house will not only act as a deterrent but slow down an intruder should he decide to try to enter. The more time it takes to break into a home, the more discouraged a burglar will become. TIME is the enemy of the burglar.
3.How noisy can you make it if someone gains entry? NOISE is also the enemy of the burglar. There are many home security alarms activated by doors or windows opening or by motion. The sound of a barking dog, real or recorded, are very effective and will scare most burglars away.
LIGHTS, NOISE AND TIME-they are the three biggest enemies of an intruder. If you implement these home security tips to fortify your house you may well avoid a lot of potential break-ins. Implement these home security tips and you will be able to sleep better in a more secure home.“
