WHAT BURGLARS LOOK FOR WHEN TARGETING HOMES

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WHAT BURGLARS LOOK FOR WHEN TARGETING HOMES
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• While you might not want to get inside the mind
  of a burglar, it can help you to avoid falling
  victim to one, and below are just some of the
  things that burglars tend to look out for when
  scouting for a home to target and break into
• Lack of a home security system
• Burglar alarms and cameras are a sure sign to
  burglars that your home is well protected, and
  any sight of them is likely to act as a strong
  deterrent.

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• Poor or nonexistent lighting
• A home lost in the shadows is always going to be
  more appealing to burglars, especially when you
  consider that the majority of break-ins happen
  under the cover of darkness, so the simple
  addition of security lights can make a burglar
  pass your property by. Whether you choose to
  illuminate your entrance with a permanent night
  light, or opt for a sensor- controlled light, the
  effect is the same.

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• A vacant home
• Homes in which nobody is present are easy
  pickings for burglars, and most will prefer to
  break in and steal things without the risk of
  being disturbed by a resident. Even if your home
  is empty, if youre connected to a smart security
  system, you can schedule lights to be turned off
  and on when youre away, giving the impression
  that somebody is home.
• If youre going to be away for an extended
  period, you can arrange for someone you trust to
  live in your property, or call in every day to
  make sure the mail is picked up etc.

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• An announcement of absence on social media
• While you might want to tell everyone and their
  neighbor online that youre going away on
  vacation, there may be unsavory characters seeing
  your news and rubbing their hands together in
  anticipation of an empty home to rob.
• No pet dogs
• Dogs are often quicker to detect intruders than
  humans are, and most burglars will skip homes in
  which at least one dog is present, irrespective
  of its size and ferocity, simply because theyre
  likely to alert the homeowners or neighbors to
  their unwelcome presence.

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• Exercise caution when using outside contractors
• If you regularly or even as a one-off employ
  outside contractors such as builders, roofers,
  gardeners or domestic help, you could fall victim
  to theft, as a potential thief might take a job
  with a contractor to try and gain inside
  information about your home. Vet contractors
  thoroughly and only give them keys to your home
  once youve established a solid line of trust.

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• Make sure your locks are in good working order
• You might not be able to prevent a burglar from
  targeting your home, but you can make it hard for
  them to gain access by ensuring that all of your
  locks are in good working order. If youre
  concerned that any of your locks might not be
  functioning properly, or are old and outdated, it
  might be time to talk to a professional locksmith
  about having them replaced and upgraded.

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• Burglars are often opportunistic, and the minute
  you let your guard down and fail to keep your
  home secure, you could be as good as inviting
  them in to rob you. So stay vigilant, be aware of
  the above points and chat to your local licensed
  locksmith if you have any concerns about the
  protection of your home.
• While most burglaries are crimes of opportunity,
  some are planned out in advance. These tips can
  make your home less of a target and make a thief
  think twice when deciding on a home to invade.

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