How to Prevent Burglary While Away

While you’re on vacation, it’s the perfect opportunity for burglars to attack your house. Cincinnati has one of the highest rates of property crime in the country. Many criminals will case a neighborhood for weeks before choosing a target, and if your house is clearly unoccupied, they won’t hesitate to take advantage of it! However, there are a few things you can do to protect your property.

1. Hire a local locksmith. A professional locksmith is indispensable in any security plan. There are many residential locksmiths in Cincinnati who can help change your locks, install deadbolts and alarm systems, provide high security locks and keys, and check your home for any security breaches.

2. Use automatic timers. Set your lights, TV and radio on a timer so it will look like you’re around. Dark windows every night (or lights left on the whole time!) are an obvious sign that no-one’s home.

3. Get help from your neighbors.Your neighbors are your first line of defense, so it’s smart to have good relations with them. They can keep an eye on your property like no-one else. If possible, ask them to park their car in your driveway. You might also leave a spare key with them, in case something is amiss or you just want them to check on the inside of your home. Offer to do the same next time they’re away!

4. Be smart with your keys.Giving extra keys to a neighbor or friend is a great idea, but any locksmith will warn you against “hiding” them under a doormat or in the mailbox. That’s the first place a thief looks! If you must store a set outside, invest in a combination key holder.

5. Install a security system. If you don’t have one already, before traveling is a great time to get an alarm, senso light, or other security system installed around the entrance to your house. You can get one that calls 9-11 immediately, or that you can monitor with your smartphone. Ask a Cincinnati locksmith for a recommendation.

6. Check your windows.Make sure no jewelry, electronics or other valuables are clearly visible from outside. Also, ask a locksmith to inspect the locks on your windows to make sure they’re as secure as your doors.

Always remember that.Being Always ready will keep your home and family safe.

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