I’m sharing an infographic today called “10 Simple Ways to Make Your Home More Secure.” So it goes without saying that home security is really important for everyone. In fact, having an intruder in the home carries the high price tag of the personal safety of every household member. You’re also at risk of losing valuable belongings which can leave you and your family spending money out of pocket. Everyone endeavors to prevent unwanted visitors into the home but sometimes they will get past.
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But with burglars becoming savvier, people need to constantly be vigilant. It can be easy to become complacent with your home especially when you do routine behaviors. For instance, leaving the house, you might simply forget to lock the door or you might forget to close some windows. These could be just the opportunity that a burglar will seek out.
The guys at Senator Windows have put together an infographic below which details how you can make your home more secure with some viable and useful suggestions. Check it out below!
10 Simple Ways to Make Your Home More Secure
Final Notes
Thank you to Senator Windows for providing this valuable infographic. Please read it and take it to heart.
If you find any of the “red flags” indicated on the infographic, play a day with the family to correct those which are DIY projects. Some of these ideas should sound familiar to DIY Home & Garden regular readers, as we’ve shared some of these ideas before.
Here are links to a few of our DIY home security measures:
- Spend time organizing your garage or shed to store tools securely.
- Prune your garden to add safety and the added benefit of increased curb appeal.
- Install motion lights to add the element of surprise to a would-be burglar.
Involving the entire family will help even the smallest family members take ownership in home safety. It’s a great way to teach little ones about home security in a positive manner and which models proactive behavior.
Despite freelancing to make a living, her love is "all things home."
Deborah grew up in a family that grew a large vegetable garden and a fruit orchard, helping her parents pull weeds and can home-grown foods as part of her childhood. In fact, she had no idea that she could purchase veggies and fruits in pre-packed steel cans until she went to college and made a food run.
Today, she lives in Bertie County, North Carolina, an agricultural rural area with more chickens than people. She lives with her husband and two rescue pets a sweet toy fox terrier and a cat who showed up one day and moved into the house. Together, they enjoy DIY projects, furniture refinishing, gardening, and canning.
This blog celebrates all things home.
