Security Tips
- Ensure all doors and windows are closed and locked before leaving the home.
- Install Dead Bolts or Charlie-Bars on all exterior doors.
- Install a peep-hole in front door.
- Never hide a key outside. Burglars know all of the good hiding places.
- Do not use the same code for your alarm system and garage door control.
- Clean the garage door control periodically. Frequently used buttons will show signs of use limiting possible code combinations.
- Remove the emergency cord from the overhead garage door, and have a coat hanger available for emergency use to release the door. Burglars will both punch out a window in the door or dill a hole through the door and grab the cord for entry.
- Keep the door between your garage and home locked.
- Do not store ladders or trash cans outside. They can be used to provide easy access to second floor windows or scale fences.
- Ensure Trees and Bushes are trimmed. Overgrown landscape can provide access to second floor windows or create hiding places.
- Replace burnt out porch lights and install motion lights.
- Make sure that your address is easy-to-read and well lit to help emergency personnel locate your home.
- Be careful when disposing of product packaging. You do not want to advertise recent purchases.
- Keep a laminated list of emergency information next to the phone.