Home burglary are you at risk

Don't make your home an easy target for a break-in by making these common home security mistakes!

A home burglary can be a terrifying experience. It can destroy your sense of safety within your own home and leave you feeling violated. Worse still, if you are home during a robbery the lives of you and your family could be at risk!

Unfortunately, with the ever increasing population in Perth, an ongoing drug epidemic and a tough economy home burglaries and invasions are a very real threat.

By becoming more aware and avoiding these all too common home security mistakes you can reduce the chances of your home being targeted.

Leaving a door or window unlocked

This one seems obvious but many home break-ins occur because the homeowner has simply made it too easy for the burglar by forgetting to lock doors or windows. Often burglars are opportunistic and will go from house to house looking for quick and easy access.

Hiding a key outside

Especially under the front door mat! Any intruder knows there’s a good chance a key may be hidden by the front door. So if you do need to leave a key outside make sure it is well concealed and not hidden in obvious places like under the mat, plant pots, rocks or ornaments. Better still give a spare key to a trusted neighbour.

Leaving a ladder or tools outside

Be careful not to leave a ladder outside where a burglar can use it to gain access to upstairs windows or your roof. Similarly do not leave tools that can be used to force entry into your home lying around within easy reach. Always make sure they are kept away inside a locked shed or garage.

Relying on a barking dog

It is common to see a ‘Beware of Dog’ sign on a garden fence or wall and although this may serve as a warning, today’s desperate thief is not deterred by the knowledge or barking of a dog on your property. If they want to gain access to your home they will find a way past them which may unfortunately result in injury to your pet.

Announcing you are not home on social media

All too common this day and age is to publicise your movements on social networking such as Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Whether a status update stating exactly where you are going and when, or posts and photos showing that you are on holiday or currently away for an extended time. You can never be completely sure who may have seen the information you provide on a social media platform.

Forgetting to turn on your security system

If you have a working alarm, use it! Don’t get into the bad habit of forgetting (or not bothering) to arm it before you leave the house. If your home becomes the next target for thieves you will wish you had taken your security more seriously.

Putting valuables near a window

NEVER leave money, jewellery, laptops or other items of value within view and easy reach of windows. A burglar is usually looking for items that are easy to access and easy to carry so they can be in and out of your home as fast as possible.

Only Cool The Room You’re Using

Don’t try to cool the whole house, just focus on the room/s you’re in. This is going to save you major dollars when that bill arrives. Make the most of cool night breezes and open bedroom windows once night falls to let cool air in and hot air out, ready for when you go to bed.

Keep Yourself Cool

When the temperatures high wear light clothing around your house and stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water. Try placing a cold cloth or two on your body and change your bedding to a lighter, breathable fabric. These things cost you nothing yet can make you more comfortable and keep you from reaching for that costly air-conditioner!

Prepare Your Outdoor Area

Fix shade sails, purchase an umbrella or replacing missing roof panels in your outdoor area to ensure you have appropriate shade from the harsh summer sun. Plant some fast-growing trees and shrubs near your home to provide shade. Cook and eat outside, especially in the early evening when temperatures have dropped but daytime heat has not yet been allowed to escape from the interior of the house. Cooking outside during hotter months reduces the heat load inside your home.

Don't rely on just one type of home security!

As much as all of these tips are great to remember and put into place, the BEST form of security is one that will STOP a thief from being able to gain access into your home!

Even if all doors and windows are well locked, the next most common entry point during a home burglary is through the smashed glass of an exposed window. This is often at the rear of the home where the intruder has more privacy. Sure an alarm system may then be triggered and even a monitoring company alerted. However thieves realise they still have a window of opportunity to grab easy to reach and carry items then flee the scene before anyone has responded to the alarm.

Roller Shutters

An OzShut Security Roller Shutter covers the entire window and completely prevents access to it while also having the flexibility to be opened to any level. They are made from strong aluminium and feature an automatic locking mechanism when fully closed. You might choose to begin by having OzShut Roller Shutters installed to the front windows of your home to deter a burglar on the lookout for an easy target or prioritise the bedrooms for night time peace of mind.

Learn more about all the practical uses of OzShut Roller Shutters on our Product Information page.

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Common Home Security Mistakes