November 20, 2014 | Anonymous
The holidays are approaching, and that means lots of gifts lying around the house, busy schedules, and trips to visit family. The months of November and December are notorious for having the highest break-in statistics. Here, we've compiled a list of tips and tricks for keeping your home safe this season, so you can focus on what's really important.
1. Don't Put Your Security Keyboard on Your Home's Exterior
Cutting Edge Systems recently blogged about the importance of installing your security keypad on the interior of your home, instead of the exterior. When your security keypad is on the outside of the house, it is subject to damage by the elements. With winter approaching, there's sure to be lots of wind, rain, and snow here in New England. If your security keypad gets damaged, the entire system could be compromised, leaving your home at risk for a break-in. Also, an exterior keypad is subject to theft, and possible intruders are able to see if your home is armed or not.
2. Hire Somebody To Plow Your Driveway While You're Away
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Most landscape companies in the Northeast also offer plowing services in the winter. If you are away visiting family during a snowstorm, it will be obvious that you aren't home when your driveway remains covered in inches of snow. A plowed driveway makes it look like somebody is home, deterring possible thieves. And, you won't have to shovel when you return!
3. Set Up a Home Surveillance System
Elite Media Solutions offers top-of-the-line surveillance cameras and monitors. Check in on what's going on in and around your home from the couch, your bedroom, or from across the country. The sophisticated camera system will catch any motion and activity, and in the event of a crime, the captured images and video can serve as evidence.
4. Automate Your Home
Innovative Solutions Home Theater offers a home automation system that will let you control your lights, TV, and any other systems right from your Smartphone or tablet. This way, you can manage all of your home systems from across the country if you need to, making your home look occupied even when it isn't.
What tips do you have for deterring intruders and keeping your home safe? Share with us in the comment section.
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