Tuesday, 5 September 2017

9 Easy Tips to Make Your Home More Secure



Keeping your home secure doesn’t always have to break the bank. There are some security measures that are definitely worth investing in, but there are also some cheap and easy security tips which will provide you with extra security benefits, without needing a big investment.

By putting some of these security measures in place, you can improve the security level of your home, without having to spend thousands of pounds. Indeed, some of our tips don’t cost a thing, so there’s really is no excuse to leaving your home unsecured.

1. Well-lit homes are much less likely to be targeted. Burglars don’t want to be spotted whilst attempting to break into a house, so installing motion sensor lights or event just general exterior lighting will help to deter burglars.

2. Use light timers whilst you’re away. Leaving your home unoccupied can make you fear for the security of your property. By using light timers you can create the illusion that your home is still occupied, which will reduce the likelihood of it being targeted.

3. Don’t hide keys outside your home. Burglars can easily find any keys hidden outside, regardless of how well you believe you’ve hidden it.

4. Keep the exterior of your home in shape. By ensuring that your hedges are trimmed back and gardens are kept neat you are not only reducing the hiding spots for burglars to lurk in but also reinforcing the fact your home is occupied.

5. Use reinforced glass on all windows so that damaging them to gain entrance is a lot more difficult.

6. Install a wide angle peephole to your front door so that you can see who has come knocking.

7. Add good quality dead bolt locks to each entry point so burglars can’t easily break in.

8. CCTV systems will provide video evidence of anyone suspicious trying to scope out the area and will also provide police with any evidence if someone should break in.

9. Make an inventory of all the items in your home, this will make it easier to determine if anything goes missing following a break in, and is handy to have for insurance purposes.

Consider Investing In A Home Safe

The security tips listed above will all help you make your home that bit more secure or assist in you dealing with a break in more effectively. The best way to protect your valuable documents, jewellery, and sentimental items at home, however, is to have a home safe installed.


Keeping your home must be your topmost priority before leaving your place. It’s time for you now to upgrade your locks. Contact Dunwoody GA Locksmith for solutions and get a free quote!