One of the biggest worries that
accompany owning a home is that of a break-in.
The increasing number of
break-ins in Melbourne, Australia and the rest of the world can cause you to
question the safety of your property and leave you wondering if the very next
moment is your turn of such an unfortunate experience.
Keeping all kinds of
intruders off your property is a number one priority for every resident.
Knowing that your property is
indeed impregnable can help you sleep peacefully at night without worrying
about the safety of your loved ones. Though safety measures may never seem
enough, here is how you can by ensure you have destroyed every possible chance
that an intruder can use as leverage to break-in.
Watch out for these 7 leverages intruders can use to break-in:
1. Low Walls or Fences:
Walls and fences are meant to be
a protective measure to increase the safety of a house or property. A wall or
fence that does not serve this purpose is completely useless.
Low walls and
fences do not dissuade intruders; in fact, they allow intruders to climb over
into the heart of your property. Many break-ins have been caused by intruders climbing over the walls or fence on the back of a house that overlooks a
deserted lane.
Climbing over a wall or fence can
also help an intruder quickly enter your property while passersby are unable to
spot them creeping up to your home after climbing over as the wall or fence
blocks the view of those out on a lane.
Build your walls and fences surrounding
your property to be high to serve a protective purpose. The more difficult it
is to climb over, the more attention the intruder will draw to themselves. Opt
for a barbed wire or protective laying on the top of the fence or wall for
added security to dissuade intruders from climbing over.
2. Unattended Corners and Dark Spots:
Every property has that corner or
spot that is unattended to and not well lit up. These can provide leverage for
an intruder to sneak onto your property without the fear or risk of being
spotted.
Although having a well-lit property can do some real damage to your
pockets, opt for something more budget-friendly but effective like motion
detector lights that will light up any place with detected movement.
This will draw attention to any
kind of motion or activity on your property inducing fear in an intruder or
helping him/her be spot.
3. Unchanged Locks:
Locking is not enough! Even if
you have moved into a newly built property, never discourage yourself from
having the locks changed! Changing the locks is a must even for those residents
that move into rented accommodations.
You never know who might have a spare key and locks tend to wear away
quickly making them easy to be picked or broken.
The handles of your doors and
windows can also turn loose over time making it easy for an intruder to just
use force to gain an entry into your home. While you are at it, don’t forget
about doing the same for window locks!
4. Undrawn Curtains:
Though undrawn curtains can boost
ventilation and promote an airy atmosphere while boosting light, undrawn
curtains expose the interiors of your home to outsiders. This means the
simplest items inside including furniture or décor can lure an intruder to be
tempted to break-in.
An undrawn curtain can also help
an intruder determine if you are out to use the opportunity for their benefit.
Ensure the curtains are drawn during the night and especially when you are
leaving your house This will leave any potential intruder guessing whether you
are at home and alert or not.
5. Homes without Security Systems
Living in a safe neighbourhood in
Melbourne shouldn’t dissuade you from taking extra protective measures of
installing a home security system. Remember every neighbourhood in the world
was once safe.
Installing a simple alarm or a high-security alarm with security
cameras is a choice that you need to make once you realise security systems are
a necessity for the safety of every home.
Experienced burglars can
recognise a home with a security system which makes it less likely for them to
still continue trying to break-in. An intruder that does not realise your home
has a security system installed can be easily caught or spotted with the alarm
going off.
The intruder is likely to run away as soon as possible in hope of
not getting caught leaving you and your home safe. High-end security systems
alert the security company of any kind of break-in which can be helpful in
cases when you are not home.
6. Posting on Social Media
You don’t have to swear off
social media completely! All you have to do is ensure you aren’t posting
anything that can prove to be information about a vacant home or your absence
as such posts can be easily used to take advantage of the same.
While going on a vacation ensure
your social media account does not scream "we are not at home!” Also, ask a trusted family friend or relative
to take care of the incoming mail as piled up mail at your door is a sign that
you haven’t been home in a while.
7. Unsecured Doors and Windows
While cracking a window can help
create a cooler atmosphere to sleep-in unsecured windows are a famous break-in
point. It can also tempt potential intruders to break-in with such an easy
entrance into your home.
In order to secure all entrances while still being
able to enjoy fresh air and frequent ventilation, have your doors and windows secured with security screens.
This will help you enjoy the
benefits of an open window or door without having to worry about any risk of a
break-in. Choosing a stylish security screen can help promote the aesthetics of
your home while firmly discouraging potential intruders.
Take care of these 7 ways an
intruder could gain access to your home and secure your home from any potential
break-in. Making your property impregnable is a necessity for every family in
Melbourne.
