| Tips for Burglary Prevention
Following are some steps you can take to make sure
that your home and property are secure. It is important that both the outside of your
house and the inside are protected. When you are away from home there are extra things to
do. Also, look for special tips for apartment dwellers.
Outside Perimeter
 Make sure all doors are fitted with deadbolt locks
Use key locks on inside doors within reach of windows
Remember to lock your porch and garage, not just your
front door
Never leave notes on your door to tell people when
you’re not there
Secure sliding doors and windows with a track pin or bar
Keep tools, ladders, etc. in places that aren’t
accessible to potential burglars
Store lawn mowers, gas barbeques and other outside
appliances away from view
Light the outside of your home to discourage prowling or
loitering
Inside Security
Refuse to provide information regarding your property to
telephone surveys
Avoid leaving valuables, coin collections or large
amounts of cash at home
Leave lights on and a radio or TV playing when you are
out for short periods
Mark your valuables and record serial numbers for
identification
Vacation Security
Notify a neighbor of your travel plans and give them a
key so they can check on your house periodically
Leave window shades in normal positions
Stop delivery of the newspaper and have a neighbor pick
up your mail
Make arrangements for your yard to be kept up
Use timers on interior and exterior lights
Double-check all doors and windows before you leave to be
sure they are properly secured
Apartment Security
Refer unknown persons seeking entrance to the manager
Report suspicious activities to the manager or police
Advise your apartment manager of any travel plans and
request apartment checks
Adapted from Do It Yourself Crime Prevention brochure
1998, We Prevent Crime! |
