5 Budget-Friendly Ways to Boost Your Home Security Today
Published on: 02 Dec 2024
Home security is essential, especially if you are a first-time home buyer, moving to a new place, or safeguarding the house you are already living in. Home security is something everyone should pay attention to since we often assume that just by locking our doors and windows, we are securing our homes. But there is a lot more to it.
Here are a few ways to improve your home security in a budget-friendly and manageable way:
1. Upgrade the front door lock.
We know it is hard to believe that most homeowners feel secure when their home or premises is safeguarded by security personnel & cameras, and often forget to lock their main doors shut. So, how to avoid this? Of course, the first step to follow is to lock your door, but upgrade your locks if necessary if you think the locks are rusted. Upgrade them immediately, and add a deadbolt if you can. Deadbolts have a unique locking system built into the bolt, allowing any unwanted person to enter. You can also consider opting for smart devices like digital locks or motion sensors, which use magnets to determine when one of the entrances is opened or closed. Most motion sensors are battery-operated, and many even have adhesive backings for easy installation.
If you have moved into a new home, consider changing the locks to avoid any previous owner or tenant having access to your home.
Ensure that the door's frames and hinges are in proper condition, and avoid relying on chain locks. A person can quickly come in by breaking the chain locks. So, ensure you have chain locks in combination with other security systems/ locks.
Pro tip: Opting for smart devices will make it way easier to keep your home safe, opt for a smart video doorbell so every time someone rings the doorbell, you will know who it is.
2. Secure the windows
A common place for any criminal to enter is the window, especially if your home is on ground level. Always make sure to lock your windows while leaving your home.
Here is what you can do:
Protect your glass with window protection film: This is an excellent option to ensure that the window is protected and the window latches are not just pleasant to look at.
Install window sensors. The alarm will ring if any intruder tries to enter through the window, and the system is armed.
Pro tip: You can also install a grill or bars to your window to ensure safety since no one will be able to enter through the window.
3. Set up a security system
You can set up door and window sensors. The doors and windows are very vulnerable and readily accessible areas of the house, so it is essential to secure them.
Set up the motion sensors: it can be helpful if you are not physically in the house or asleep so you get a notification if someone is trying to enter your home.
Set up glass break sensors: if you have many windows and doors, it is suggested that you set up glass break sensors. Consider setting up CCTV cameras: CCTV is one of the best ways to improve your home security. By installing cameras, you are ensuring that any incident that takes place is being recorded. For instance, it would be easy to identify the intruder if theft occurs.
Pro tip: Always keep checking if the security system you set up is working properly.
4. Smart lighting
Thieves do not enjoy being in the spotlight, so always ensure that the outdoors, the entrances, the corners, and hidden spaces are well-lit. The more well-lit the home and surroundings are, the lower the chances of an intruder breaking in.
You can also add some smart light dimmers and smart shades, which you can control via the app even when you are away. You can put all of them on random schedules to make it look like someone's home.
Pro tip: Light up not only the dark spaces but also ensure that the backyard or the garden is well lit too.
5. Get to know your neighbours
It is the underrated way we know, but knowing your neighbours and having each other's back will improve your home security. Your neighbours can take care of your home while you are away at work or on vacation.
They can take in packages and important messages and look after your home.
So, it is a perk to take advantage of this benefit.
Pro tip: If you have your neighbours back, then they will always have yours, so always help your neighbours in need.
These are useful, pocket-friendly tips on securing your home and keeping burglars at bay.
Which home security point did you miss adding to your house? Add it to your home security list today and be worry-free.
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