Cheap Home Security

An online news articled called Home Security Doesn't Have to Be Expensive reminds us that while expensive alarm systems and remote monitoring are nice, common sense goes a long way in protecting your home, too.  If you can't afford a big system right now, just make sure you're doing the basic stuff. 

Replace old hollow-core dores with solid all-wood or metal doors, and install good locks and deadbolts.  Also install secure locks on windows and make sure you don't leave windows open at night or when you're away from home.  Don't leave hide-a-keys outside the house, and don't give keys to people who don't live in your home. 

The article talks about some sort of gimmicky stuff like fake barking dog alarms and other scarecrow kind of systems that may or may not work.  Sticking with the basics and making sure your house doesn't look like an easy target may go farther in protecting your property and your family.

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Comments

[Totally true]

Yeah, you really don't need to buy a whole expensive home security system. People end up dropping thousands of bucks and then they forget to lock the friggin door when they go out. Just some common sense is all you really need. And good door locks and good doors.