7 Life Saving NJ MLS Home Security Tips

How to keep your NJ MLS home and family safe from home invasions

In North America, there are more than 8,000 home invasions occurring daily, according to a United States Department of Justice report. Because of its relation to violent crimes such as rape or murder, home invasion is a particularly frightening possibility for homeowners. Burglars will always go after the easiest target, not necessarily the largest house on the block but the easiest one to break into. Intruders like dark houses that they can get into quickly, and if your NJ MLS home is well-lit or takes more than a few minutes to break into, there is a high probability that they will go elsewhere.

For homeowners wanting to make their home less inviting to burglars, read on to find out helpful tips on how to do this:

  1. Purchase a home security system

    Although there are a few types to choose from, the best home security systems have an alarm that automatically alerts the police. Motion detectors, glass break detectors, and garage door sensors are also useful to install in your NJ MLS home in order to deter intruders.

  2. Be mindful of your windows

    It is important to make sure your windows are strong and in good condition. In addition, it is not a good idea to put a window-mounted air conditioner in a window on the ground floor as these can be easy to push out. Also, trimmed bushes and hedges can provide coverage for thieves looking to get into your home through the windows.

  3. Keep your lights on

    A wise investment to consider for your NJ MLS home and safety is security lighting. Homes and properties that are well-lit are very likely to deter burglars. When installing security lighting, it is important to not purchase lighting so bright that it bothers your neighbors, but have enough to steer away any potential burglars. Items such as down lights over your garage and front doors, up lights beneath windows, and a few well-placed outdoor lamps in the yard can go a long way towards discouraging most break-ins.

  4. Purchase a home safe

    Safes are great investments to store items of value such as jewelry, money, and important documents. They provide protection and peace of mind to homeowners.

  5. Be cautious with your keys

    A big mistake made by many homeowners and leading to an increased number of break-ins is hiding extra house keys under garden rocks, door mats, or flower pots. Think about getting a key safe, as they can be installed in inconspicuous places on your NJ MLS home and provide extra security.

  6. Be sure your door locks are strong and resistant to break-ins

    Front and garage doors should be thick, durable, and in good condition. The best lock in the world will not keep a burglar out if your door is not strong as well, and deadbolts will always be better protection as opposed to doorknobs. If you have a garage, this also applies to the door that leads from it to the inside of your house. Garage doors are often weak with cheap locks. Make sure the door that goes into your house from your garage is just as strong as your outside-access doors with the same deadbolts and you will be much safer in the event of a potential break-in.

  7. Do not make it noticeable when you are away from home

    When you go away on vacation, there are some important things you can do beforehand to decrease the likelihood of a home intrusion. Contact your local post office to hold all your mail at the post office to avoid a pile of mail outside your door, do not close your blinds any more than you usually do, and ask a friend to periodically stop by your NJ MLS home to ensure everything is in order.

 

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