Most common reasons why burglars target your home

Most common reasons why burglars target your home
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If you put in the wrong window locks on your house, anybody can easily break in. You see, that's how burglars do a job — they take advantage of any weakness they find. There are many ways to protect your home from theft. These tips will show you what to look for so that you can protect your home from being robbed. We'll list 5 signs that your home might be vulnerable to burglary and what you can do to prevent the problem.

Some tips are obvious, such as locking doors and windows, while others may be less obvious.

Here are five signs that make your home more vulnerable to theft:

1. Your garage door is not secured with a deadbolt lock. This is especially important if you live in an apartment building or condominium complex where access to the garage is shared with others.

2. Your windows and doors are easy to pick or break open.

3. You leave valuables in plain sight.

4. You don't use motion sensor lights on your property at night because they're too expensive or hard to install. Motion sensor lights deter thieves because they're difficult for them to see during the day and at night when they're often working under cover of darkness.

5. You don't have any security cameras installed at all on your property, or only have one or two cameras installed in key locations like front door areas, back door areas, and windows that overlook the street or driveway areas so that criminals can't get away easily if they're caught breaking into your home uninvited by you or other family members who live there full time with you.

The most common way to protect your home from theft and burglary is to invest in a home security system.

There are many different types of home security systems, but the most popular ones include:

Alarm systems

These detect intrusions by monitoring doors and windows, as well as motion detectors that can be used to alert you when someone enters your home.

You don't need to be a security expert to know that home alarms are an effective deterrent for thieves. But what about the cost? And do they really work?

The answer is yes – and no.

An alarm system is a good way to protect your home, but it's not foolproof. If a burglar knows you have an alarm system, they'll probably try to disable it before breaking in. They can break windows or pick locks to do this, so it's important to make sure your alarm is highly visible and audible from the street.

Here are some of the most popular smart home products to secure your home.

Ring video doorbell 3 - enhanced wifi, improved motion detection, easy installation.

Ring, owned by Amazon, has been making video doorbells since 2012. Their wide array of products include video doorbells and both indoor/outdoor security cameras.

Ring doorbells are tried and true, and offer a wide array of features including custom zones and adjustable sensitivity. To conserve battery, the Ring has a built-in smart recognition system to ignore small movements, and optionally only notify when humans are detected.

Hiseeu All-in-one with 8CH 10.1" 1296P Monitor Wireless Security Camera System: https://www.amazon.com/Expandable-Monitor-Wireless-Security-Hiseeu/dp/B07F32X3XZ/ref=sr_1_3?crid=NQI7IXH5370K&keywords=alarm+system+for+home+security+with+cameras&qid=1659672604&sprefix=alarm+system%2Caps%2C483&sr=8-3

Lights on timers

If you're going away for a few days, when can burglars know this? The best way is by having lights which are set on timers, so they look like they're on at night while you're away. Burglars tend to avoid homes where there's a sense of occupancy – even if it just lights coming on at regular intervals throughout the day and night.

Fosmon 24 Hour Programmable Digital Timer Outlet (2 Pack): https://www.amazon.com/Fosmon-Programmable-Seasonal-Portable-Aquarium/dp/B07HCQKRRY/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1V7JD8ZKXWDW2&keywords=lights+with+timers&qid=1659672696&sprefix=lights+with+timer%2Caps%2C365&sr=8-6

GE 24-Hour Heavy Duty Indoor Plug-in Mechanical 2 Pack : https://www.amazon.com/GE-Mechanical-Intervals-Decorations-46211/dp/B07YQKNC4D/ref=sr_1_8?crid=1V7JD8ZKXWDW2&keywords=lights+with+timers&qid=1659672723&sprefix=lights+with+timer%2Caps%2C365&sr=8-8

Video surveillance

While it's important to have an alarm system installed, it's equally important to have cameras installed throughout your home so that you can keep an eye on things while you're away from home or asleep at night. You can also install motion sensors around your yard and near entrances into your home so that if someone tries to break in or if someone walks by when they shouldn't be there, it will send an alert right to your phone or email so that you know something isn't right with your property.

This option provides additional protection as it records activity and sends alerts if something suspicious occurs.

REOLINK Smart 5MP 8CH Home Security Camera System: https://www.amazon.com/Reolink-Security-Outdoor-Recording-RLK8-420D4-5MP/dp/B07H3QVZQ2/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=2Q979PG3S0XF7&keywords=cctv&qid=1659672788&sprefix=cc%2Caps%2C352&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzQlI2RjdVM1lFQlAmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA3MDc4MjAxUjdUTkhBWEM1TlRFJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA3MDM0NzNISFFSSURRT0tCVjMmd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl

GPS tracking devices

These are small, battery-powered devices that can be attached to a vehicle, boat or other valuable property. They send out signals that allow their exact location to be tracked. If a thief steals your car or boat, you can activate the device and track it down. Some GPS trackers also come with alarms that will sound if a thief tries to move the object from its location.

Apple AirTag 4 Pack: https://www.amazon.com/Apple-MX542AM-A-AirTag-Pack/dp/B0932QJ2JZ/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3D8WPTUDM0RI1&keywords=gps+tracking+device&qid=1659672837&sprefix=gps+tracking%2Caps%2C375&sr=8-5

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Tracki GPS Tracker for Vehicles, Car, Kids, Dogs, Motorcycle. 4G LTE GPS Tracking Device: https://www.amazon.com/Tracki-Magnetic-Required-Worldwide-Motorcycles/dp/B07N4DHFZM/ref=sxin_14_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?content-id=amzn1.sym.9e69e792-0ff0-4e1a-b10c-a41b9d9b3ffc%3Aamzn1.sym.9e69e792-0ff0-4e1a-b10c-a41b9d9b3ffc&crid=3D8WPTUDM0RI1&cv_ct_cx=gps+tracking+device&keywords=gps+tracking+device&pd_rd_i=B07N4DHFZM&pd_rd_r=f945f9ab-bdad-464a-8b5a-65620acd8dc3&pd_rd_w=Jlatv&pd_rd_wg=4rUoV&pf_rd_p=9e69e792-0ff0-4e1a-b10c-a41b9d9b3ffc&pf_rd_r=K953C6GGGWFTGG170DPH&qid=1659672837&sprefix=gps+tracking%2Caps%2C375&sr=1-1-a73d1c8c-2fd2-4f19-aa41-2df022bcb241-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEySFdWMUZVUThIR1RRJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTI4MjA1MUE0VUdYV0UzOEdXNiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNzA0NzA5M1FFS1M5TVM0QVc2UCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX3NlYXJjaF90aGVtYXRpYyZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

Electronic keypads

Electronic keypads are another great way to protect your home against theft. These devices allow you to securely store all of your keys — including house keys, car keys, and garage door opener fobs — in one place inside your home or business. You can then use a combination code (usually between three and seven digits) to access them when you need them.

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Keyless Entry Door Lock - Veise Electronic Keypad Deadbolt: https://www.amazon.com/Keyless-Entry-Door-Lock-Anti-Peeking/dp/B09YLQV98H/ref=sr_1_9?crid=3MMBTQL1F86QF&keywords=electronic+keypad&qid=1659672936&sprefix=electronic+key%2Caps%2C500&sr=8-9

Door locks

A solid, deadbolt lock is the best way to protect your home. Make sure it's installed properly, and use a well-concealed key.

Door locks can be used on any type of door, including interior doors and garage doors. They work by preventing intruders from opening doors without proper authorization (usually through keys or codes), thus keeping them out of your home.

Your home is more than just a place to rest your head, it's an investment and the place where you should feel secure.

Geek Smart Door Lock Fingerprint Door Lock: https://www.amazon.com/Geek-Smart-Fingerprint-Mechanical-Offices-Black/dp/B0B2D7H3G9/ref=sr_1_4_sspa?crid=33H1K2ADRI4S9&keywords=door+locks&qid=1659673080&sprefix=door+l%2Caps%2C662&sr=8-4-spons&psc=1&smid=A1W9GKQCNCPK9X&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExRlhJVEk4RU4yWUxDJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMzI2NDY1MjdYNUpaVjVISUVHMyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNDQ3NjA0M1RNRjRVWjhNUFRDNiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

Portable Door Lock 2Pack Extra Lock for Additional Privacy and Safety in Home: https://www.amazon.com/Portable-Additional-Apartment-Unauthorized-Traveling/dp/B09TPGR5WJ/ref=sr_1_8?crid=33H1K2ADRI4S9&keywords=door+locks&qid=1659673080&sprefix=door+l%2Caps%2C662&sr=8-8

It is important to remember that a home is more than just a place for you to live. Rather, it is an investment and one that you should feel secure and comfortable in. A good rule of thumb? Know the signs that your home may be at risk of a break-in. You can never be too careful when it comes to protecting yourself and your family from theft.