There is more too protecting your family, than simply having an alarm system.
According to the Justice Department- An average family has a one-in-four chance of being the victim of a serious crime each year. Certified is committed to help protect your home, business and loved ones from burglary and violence. Below are some important safety tips you may want to review.- When you leave your home for a long period, be sure set your Certified alarm system every time, and to create the illusion that someone is home. You can put your lights on timers, leave a television on, or have a friend or family member stay at your home while you are away.
- Check to see if all of your doors have good, updated locks that work properly. If not, replace them immediately. Install a peephole in your front door so you can see who is outside before letting them in.
- Never leave extra keys or garage door openers under doormats, in mailboxes, or on top of the doorframe. Instead, leave an extra key with a close friend, neighbor, or family member who you trust.
- You can make any windows or sliding glass doors extra secure by laying a piece of wood or metal along the bottom track, preventing the window or door from opening from the outside.
- Always keep garage doors shut.
- You should keep you blinds and drapes shut. Don't advertise the items in your home for the outside world.
- Store expensive jewelry, electronics, and important documents in a safe at home or even better, a safe deposit box at your local bank.
- Never leave a note on the door when you are away from home. This is a clear signal that no one is home, and a nice invitation for any criminal to come inside.
- When you are away for extended periods, ask a neighbor or family member to collect your mail, newspapers, and any deliveries you may have collected. This is a clear indicator that no one is home.
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