Vacation-time home security  THE PROVINCE MAY 21, 2011 

 

There is more to home security when leaving on vacation than simply locking the front door.The experts at Weiser locks and security suggest homeowners follow the following top 10 ways to make their property safe during the upcoming summer holidays.- Leave a car parked in the driveway to give the appearance someone is home.- Keep your home well lit. Good exterior lighting around your perimeter creates a psychological barrier. Consider buying a timer or a motion detector.- Got deadbolts? Most burglaries are the result of forced entry. Make sure all exterior doors have deadbolts with at least a one-inch throw bolt.- Give your neighbour a key to check in. Better yet, install a SmartCode and provide them with a temporary code.- Consider getting a house sitter, especially if you have a pet.- An overgrown lawn is a sure giveaway that your home is vacant. Ask a neighbour or house sitter to mow the lawn so your home can blend in with the crowd.- Unplug all electrical outlets before you leave to avoid the risk of starting a fire.- Backyard secure? Consider installing a fence and planting fast-growing bushes as an extra barrier around your home.- Help the police help you! Make sure you keep your street address visible. House numbers should be reflective and visible from the street.- Resist broadcasting news about your vacation through social media networks. When the public know you're away, you become an easy target for burglary.© Copyright (c) The Province

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