The holiday season is a time for joy, happiness, and holiday cheer. Unfortunately, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), it’s also a time when many homes are burglarized. “Nearly 40,000 burglaries occur annually in the U.S. during November and December alone!”
More time spent away from home during the holidays – whether it is to shop, attend an event or travel – combined with an abundance of presents under the tree equal a burglar’s dream come true. Use these holiday security tips to ensure your home remains protected during the course of the next few weeks.
Holiday Security Tips
Tip #1: Be Discreet
One of the easiest ways for thieves to know what Santa left under the tree is the leftover boxes and packages which are placed in your trash and/or recycling receptacles and then put out on the curb. Your best bet is to break down and conceal the boxes as much as possible. Better yet, don’t dispose of them until trash collection day.
Tip #2: No Remote Left Behind
Never leave your garage door opener remote in an unattended vehicle. All a criminal would need to do at that point to gain unlawful entry into your home is to break into your vehicle and activate the opener using the remote. On the same note, you should never leave your garage door open, no matter how short the length of time.
Tip #3: Brighten Up Your Home
Brightly lit homes make burglars apprehensive. The last thing they want to do is be spotted when attempting to break and enter. That’s why it’s a good idea to install exterior motion detector lights that are triggered any time someone approaches your home at night. These lights are also incredibly energy efficient.
Tip #4: Don’t Announce Your Absence
If you will be traveling for the holidays, avoid announcing those plans to all of your social media friends, family or followers. Burglars scour these and other websites looking for prime targets! Even posting something as simple as “Happy holidays! We’ll see you in the New Year” gives criminals the opportunity to gain the edge.
Tip #5: Invest in a Smart Garage Door Opener
Thieves don’t stand a chance with a smart garage door opener. Today’s garage door openers work in combination with your smartphone or tablet allowing you to open and close your garage door as well as monitor its status – all from the palm of your hand and from anywhere within the United States.
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