The majority of home burglaries are planned Robbers want to get in and out without being detected and search out easily-accessible targets. There isn’t a method that will offer 100% prevention of a home invasion. But there are a few simple things you can do to decrease your chances of a break-in.
First, read these facts:
- Most home thefts of two-person family homes happen during the day.
- On average, thieves spend one minute gaining entry and less than five minutes inside a home.
- Most burglaries happen on the ground floor.
- Entry usually happens via a rear or side door; the next most common access is via the garage door.
- Are your windows secure?
- Are deadbolts installed on exterior doors? Can doors be kicked in?
- Is your garage door secure? Have you changed the keypad code recently?
- Does your landscaping allow a burglar to conceal himself while attempting to open a window or door?
- Is your home well lit and all lights difficult to disable?
- Is your identity displayed anywhere outside your house?
- Are your valuables secure, documented, and out of sight?
