Safety Tips
You probably don't like to think about crime, especially
when it comes to your own home and neighborhood. But no
matter where you live, your income or your lifestyle, crime
is a fact of life. That doesn't mean you're defenseless,
though. Put the following tips into action along with an
AAA Home Security system and your home will be safer and
more secure.
Lighten up.
Leave your outside lights on at night. If your neighborhood
is dimly lit, ask your local corporation or authorities
to add streetlights or replace existing bulbs with ones
of higher wattage. Leave one or two lamps on inside your
house when you're not at home. (preferably on a random
timer/activator)
Lock up.
Reliable dead-bolt door locks and sturdy window latches
help prevent break-ins.
Trim the hedges.
Tall hedges can provide hiding places for would-be burglars.
Keep yours trimmed so that they're no higher than your
windowsills. Organize to have your grass cut while you
are away.
Install peepholes.
Peepholes with magnifying lenses let you see who's at your
door - without opening it.
No notes.
Never leave notes on your door, even when you're at home.
If you are planning to be away for any length of time,
cancel milk and paper deliveries.
Make your mark.
Permanently mark your valuables to make it easier for the
police to return them to you if they are stolen. Car
Registration numbers or a driver's license number work
well here. Keep a record of marked objects.
Make noise.
Tune the stereo or TV to your favorite station when you
leave the house. To a burglar it means that someone's
home.
Don't provide access.
Close and lock garage doors always to protect valuable
equipment stored there and to prevent possible access
to your house.
Park in the driveway.
Park an additional car in your driveway or ask a neighbor
to park there. It gives the appearance that someone's
always home and prevents burglars from backing a van
into the drive for easy loading.
Be careful with spare keys.
We recommend that you never leave a spare key outside.
However if you do then be creative. Burglars routinely
check under flowerpots and welcome mats and on window
ledges.
Have your home watched while you're away.
Ask a neighbor to collect newspapers and mail when you're
away. If you'll be gone for an extended period, hire
someone to take care of your lawn or even to housesit.
Most important, make sure your neighbors know when you
will leave and when you will return.
Get involved.
Team up with your neighbors and form a neighborhood watch
scheme. Your local police can help you get started.
Install an AAA Home Security system.
AAA Alarm systems are easy to use and provide you with
an added measure of safety without limiting your freedom
while you're at home.
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