Do-it-yourself projects have become all the rage in recent years, especially with the wide array of web based help sites. The premise behind DIY is to accomplish things at home without the need to call in a professional. While there are many home improvement projects that can be completed at home easily enough including a new coat of paint or building a new deck, home security is best left to the professionals. The knowledgeable experts at Texan Lock & Key recommend taking a moment to decide what you are hoping to accomplish with your home security system, for example, do you need repairs or upgrades on your existing home security system or are you hoping to install a brand new improved security system?
Home Security Assessment Checklist
The experts at Texan Lock & Key recommend assessing these key areas of your home:
Exterior Home Security & Lighting:
• Consider how visible your home is from the street. Can the interior of your home be seen? Do you have bushes or trees that a potential thief could hide behind?
• What type of lighting do you have on the outside of your home? Does it provide enough light around the perimeter of your property?
• Do you have a fence? And if so does it provide a place for a burglar to hide once he is past the fence and on your property?
Garage Door Security Tips:
• Is the door or windows of your garage visible to the street? Is your garage clearly lit on all sides?
• Make sure that the doors to your garage are secure, functioning properly and can be locked on the inside.
Interior Security Door & Window Locks:
• If you have an existing alarm system, consider upgrading to additional security that works in conjunction with the system that you already have.
• Check your window and door locks to make sure they are secure and functioning correctly.
• Locks should be changed periodically, especially if you or family members have misplaced any keys.
Other Home Security Awareness Tips & Tricks
Other considerations include planning ahead for additional security methods that can be added at a later date, for example addition exterior motion lighting. Keep in mind that your alarm system is designed to be your first line of defense. Additional security measures will help keep your property protected from burglary and theft. Once you have decided what you would like to accomplish with your total home security package, the next step is to contact your experienced Texan Lock & Key security expert for your customized home security plan and professional installation.
Additional security measures that you can do yourself include:
• Keep bushes and shrubbery trimmed to ensure you have clear visibility from multiple directions
• Invest in good quality window coverings to keep people from looking into your home
• Apply security decals to the outside of your home as an additional deterrent.
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At Texan Lock & Key we have the experience and knowledge to not only install your home security system but to understand how burglars think. We will design your system and place the components within your home and educate you on the mechanics to ensure that they work to their full capacity. Contact the experienced professionals at Texan Lock & Key and speak with a friendly customer service provider to schedule your home security inspection.
