5 Security Tips for Apartment Living

If you live in an apartment, you are 85% more likely to be burglarized than people who live in one-family homes, according to the National Crime Prevention Council.  This means that in order to be safe, you need to take extra precautions when it comes to securing your home.

Use the following tips to stay safer in your apartment:

1.  Upgrade your locks.  The harder you can make it for a burglar to enter your apartment, the less likely he will put forth the effort.  Install a high-quality deadbolt and use a security bar as well.  If possible, install a metal door.  If you have sliding doors in your apartment, place a strong rod into the track to prevent opening.

2. Install an alarm system.  Alarm systems are one of the best deterrents to break-ins. If your apartment does not come equipped with a wired alarm system, give us a call to help you set up a wireless system.

3.  Keep all areas well-lit.  Criminals prefer to work in darkness, because there is less chance of being caught.  Put the brightest bulbs possible into your exterior lights, and when you park your car, park under the security lights in the parking areas.

4.  Plan for time away.  If you leave for a few days, ask a trusted neighbor to keep an eye out for any suspicious behavior. Notify the post office so your mail delivery can be stopped, and be sure to close all windows and shades before you leave.   You may also want to consider putting your lights on timers, so it appears as though you are home.

5.  Use motion detectors.  Motion detectors are a great way to alert you to the presence of intruders, both inside and outside your apartment. They also let criminals know their presence has been detected, and this may be all that is necessary to scare them away.

Let us help you make your apartment safer.  Give us a call at 1-800–988–2378 sales@bestsecurityproducts.com