General Home Safety Tips

 Don't Leave Notes on the Door
Don't leave notes on the door for service providers or members of your family.
These alert the burglar that you are not home.

 Use a Safe
Store cash, jewelry and other valuables in a safe or safety deposit box instead of leaving them scattered around the home.

 Keep Drapes and Blinds Shut
Keep drapes and blinds shut – especially in rooms where there is expensive equipment. Don't advertise the items in your home.

 Do Not Leave Extra Keys Under Doormats
Do not leave extra keys under doormats, potted plants or any other obvious outdoor location. Thieves will generally find them. Find an inconspicuous place to hide the keys, or give a set to a neighbor you can trust.

Window and Door Tips

 Reinforce Doorframes
Reinforce doorframes and put multiple locks on all outside doors.

 Talk With a Locksmith
For doors that have windows (or windowed frames) find different options to standard deadbolts. To see what’s available, talk with a locksmith.

 Plant Rosebushes
Plant rosebushes or hedges that border any windows that may be susceptible to break-ins.

Vacation Tips

 Put your TV or Radio on a Timer
Put your TV or radio on a timer, so it automatically goes on and off periodically throughout the day and night.

 Hire a House Sitter
Ask a neighbor to watch your house. Or, hire a house sitter who can look after things and earn a little money at the same time.

  Keep the Grass Mowed
In the winter, have someone you know clear snow from your sidewalk or walkway. During the summer, keep the grass mowed while you're away.