1. Home Security Tips
By Ron Daniels
No matter where you live or the security options at your disposal,
keeping your property and family safe ultimately lies in your hands.
You can start by taking measures to protect your home or business
while away. Create an illusion that someone stayed behind to occupy
the property by leaving on a few lights. However, don't leave your
blinds or drapes open. Always obfuscate views into your home to
prevent outsiders from spotting expensive equipment, furniture, and
other items. Similarly, keep your garage door closed during times
when you do not need access to it.
Many individuals stash keys in flower pots, under doormats, in
mailboxes, and other obvious places, but they're as obvious to
prospective thieves as they are to you. Either carry around a spare
set or give spares to neighbors you can trust.
You should also give thought to investing in sophisticated door lock
and home security systems. Home security devices can tip off police
when an intruder breaks in, but bold intruders will stay behind to grab
what they can before running away. To firmly secure your door,
consider investing in a lock such as the Millennium Lock, which has
passed break-in tests conducted by experts such as SWAT team
members. Learn more at www.theultimatelock.co.uk.
About the Author
A former reserve police captain, Ron Daniels saw too many lives and
properties ruined by break-ins, and dedicated his career to
fashioning a more secure home lock. The result, the Millennium Lock,
has withstood pressure of up to 4,000 pounds, making it the best in
its class.