Home security is not something to take lightly. Depending on the level of security you would like to create for your home, what it will cost you may differ drastically. Even though wireless home alarm systems can now be bought for as low as 0, that still might be too much for you and your budget. Here's a look at some cheap, but still effective ways to safeguard your home.
Lock Your Doors and Windows: This one is very, very obvious and very, very free. Still, it's the number one way thieves make it into the home. If you have extra money you can buy a window film that makes breaking glass more difficult. You can also add security bars that surround and cover your windows. The security bars may not be to your aesthetic taste, but it sure helps slow a burglar down or keep him out altogether.
Free Police Survey: Most local police departments will offer this either yearly or seasonally. A survey is when a local police officer comes to your home and points out where vulnerable areas are in and outside your home. In addition, he will give security suggestions.
Alarm System Sign: You can always fake it! Buying a professional sign to post in your yard is cheap and buying a security sticker for your window is even cheaper. If you can make it look professional enough, you can even make an alarm security sign yourself. Also, even if you don't have a dog you can post a "beware of dog" sign on your fence or near the house. If a burglar is canvassing your neighborhood and he sees a sign advertising that your house is protected, he likely will pass it by.
Close Your Garage Door: You would be surprise how easy it is to go to sleep, having left the garage door open. Of course this makes easy access for a burglar to walk right into your home. Not only should you close your garage door at night, but you should close it throughout the day, even when you are at home. Having the door open gives everyone a view to what you have inside and it makes it easy for someone to come in and hide. It's also a good idea to put a deadbolt (as it is your front door) on the door inside the garage that leads to inside your home.
Clean Up Your Landscaping: If you have tall trees, bushes, or shrubs this gives a potential thief a place to hide. On the other hand, if you have clean landscaping this gives a burglar less hiding places so he will feel more exposed and open to plain sight. It also gives your neighbors and police a clear view to spotting an intruder.
Keep Valuables Outside the Bedroom: The master bedroom is the first place a thief goes after he has broken into your house, as this is a common place to leave cash and jewelry. The thief knows to look in the closet, under the mattress, and in drawers. If you have something of value, leave it in another room and try to hide it. Homeowners can hide their valuables in the freezer, in a plant pot, in a fake coke can, and in the pockets of their clothes hanging in a full closet of clothes. The ways to hide your property are endless and so are the ways to protect your home. All it takes is a little knowledge and creativity.
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