5 Home Safety Tips – Protecting Yourself Against Home Invasion
Anyone can become the victim of a home invasion at any time. By practicing some home safety tips, you can take measures to ensure that you do not become one of these victims. While no method can offer 100 percent effectiveness, these tips can offer protection in many instances.
1. Always use the door peephole.
When you hear a knock on your door, never open the door without using the peephole. It is designed to protect you by allowing you to see who is outside before you open the door. If you are not tall enough to reach the peephole, or have kids in the house, keep a step stool by the door.
2. Question a stranger before opening the door.
If you look through your peephole and see a stranger, do not open the door. Instead, ask questions to identify the visitor. This works best if you have a home intercom system, otherwise you will have to speak loudly through the door. Be advised that some predators purposely mumble so that the door will be opened.
3. Keep doors and windows locked.
Windows and doors offer an easy way for intruders into your home. Always be sure to keep all the doors and windows locked, so that it is more difficult for someone to break into your home.
4. Stop mail and newspaper delivery when you are away.
A pile of newspapers or mail on the doorstep is the perfect clue to let an intruder know that no one is home. When you go on vacation or out of town for a few days, it is very important to have the mail and newspaper delivery stopped.
5. Ask someone to water your plants while you are on vacation.
If you have plants sitting on your porch or patio, it is a good idea to have someone water them while you are away. Dying plants is another clue to intruders that no one is home.
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