How do I protect my home during holidays?
, by ASE, 2 min read
Securing your home during holidays is crucial to enjoy worry-free enjoyment. Alarma Total offers useful and important tips and solutions to protect your home against burglars when you are not there.
Are there specific times or seasons when burglaries are more common?
Many homeowners wonder when they should be extra vigilant to prevent possible burglaries. Bee Alarma Total we want to provide you with the necessary information to keep your home safe all year round.
When do burglaries often occur?
Burglaries can happen at any time, but there are peak times linked to people's routines. For example, holiday periods such as the summer and Christmas holidays are popular among burglars because many families are traveling at that time. Weekends and dark winter evenings also see an increase in burglary activities, because houses are more often unattended and it gets dark early.
Do you live in a safe neighborhood?
Visit the police website and enter your zip code. With just one click you get immediate insight into the number of home burglaries and attempted burglaries in your neighborhood. Don't let this information scare you, but see it as a motivation to strengthen your home security.
How do I protect my home during holidays?
- Make your house look occupied, use timers for your lighting and have someone clear your mail.
- Communication with the neighbors is also crucial.
Should I be extra careful during the summer?
Yes, summer is a risky period. And burglars know that too. Not only because many people are away, but most burglaries take place when the front door is open for a while when the weather is nice. Stay alert and make sure your security system is active.
What else can I do to secure my home?
- In addition to security, use strong locks on windows and doors, ensure adequate lighting and keep valuables out of sight.
- Prevention is the key to a safe home.
Tips to prevent a burglary during vacation
Securing your home during holidays is crucial to enjoy worry-free enjoyment. Alarma Total offers useful and important tips and solutions to protect your home against burglars when you are not there.
- Invest in reliable security systems such as advanced alarm systems, camera surveillance and access controls.
- Provide good lighting, both inside and outside.
- Use timers for electronics to create the illusion that someone is home.
- Enlist the help of neighbors to keep an eye on things during your holiday.
- Be cautious about sharing your holiday plans on social media.
- Strengthen your locks and ensure regular maintenance and possible upgrades.
- Keep valuables out of sight and in a safe place.
- Consider hiring a professional security company for extra safety.
Common burglary methods and how to prevent them
- Sneaking in: Make sure all entry points are closed at all times.
- Angling: Always remove the keys from the lock and activate the deadbolt.
- Pry open: Protect your belongings by taking extra security measures.
- Via an overhead light: Make sure that these windows are also properly closed.
Would you like to have your home security checked?
Go on holiday with peace of mind and have the status of your home security checked in a timely manner. We are happy to help you with this. Contact us today.