How to Secure Your Home’s Perimeter
In a study by the University of North Carolina, 41% of burglars admitted their crimes were opportunistic. So, how can you remove the opportunity to be robbed? Start with the perimeter of your home. The perimeter of your property can either invite burglars in or ward them off. To protect your family and property here are a few tips on how you can secure the perimeter of your house.
Invest in fencing
A fence creates a privacy barrier and a logistical challenge for burglars who may be casing your home. Tall fences are difficult to climb over in a hurry and they make it harder for burglars to plan out entrance and exit routes.
According to Bluff City Fence Co., a study done by the University of California found that homes with fences were less likely to be broken into than homes without fences. Another study by the National Institute of Standards and Technology found that homes with fences were three times less likely to be burglarized.
Pairing your fence with a security camera adds an additional layer of protection.
Install outdoor cameras
Security cameras can provide the protection you’re looking for to keep your family and property safe. Position outdoor cameras can to keep an eye on any area that concerns you, such as doors or windows. When criminals see outdoor security cameras, they are less likely to attempt a break-in.
According to ADT, homes with security cameras installed are 300% safer than homes without them. According to a study by the University of North Carolina, 60% of burglars are deterred by signs of an alarm or surveillance system on a target home. Criminals have no interest in being watched or recorded. Additional benefits to outdoor security cameras include:
- Package protection
- Remote monitoring
- Ability to assist law enforcement
- Reduced insurance premiums
Outdoor security cameras come with various features so you can choose what works for you. These features can include weather resistance, night vision, motion detection, two-way audio, and smart home integration, just to name a few.
Leverage security system signage
Making it apparent that your home is protected by a home alarm system is another way to deter burglars. Emergency response locators (yard signs) and window stickers indicate that your home is secured and monitored by a security company. Emergency response locators have the added benefit of making it easy for first responders to find your property in the event of an incident.
Install motion-sensing lighting
Motion-activated lighting is a good addition to residential security. Burglars are unlikely to break into a home with the lights on. In addition to deterring criminals, motion-activated lighting can also deter animals, such as deer and raccoons, that make their way onto your property.
You can also integrate outdoor motion-sensing lighting with your smart home system. There are a variety of motion-sensing lights available, including floodlights, pathway lights, potlights, and dual-head lights, which allow you to customize each head to be directed in the area where they are most needed.
Burglars are looking for easy targets. If you take the proper steps to secure the perimeter of your house you can avoid being a victim of their crimes.
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