Homeowners are always looking for ways to make their house safer. It is important to have systems that ensure a family and their home is as safe as possible. Their level of protection needs to be the same both day and night.
Fire
It is important to make certain a home’s smoke alarms are in working order. There are smoke alarms designed to notify the homeowner when its battery needs to be changed. An emergency fire escape plan also needs to be developed. It needs to practiced by everyone living in the house. The biggest cause of death during a fire is smoke inhalation. Being warned about a fire and knowing an evacuation route can save lives.
Landscaping
A homeowner needs to clear away any trees or shrubbery that is located near windows or doors. These items can be used by a burglar to conceal them from view. It’s important to have landscaping that does not provide any cover. A homeowner must think like a burglar when designing the landscaping for their property.
Dogs
Canines are very effective when it comes to deterring burglars. The dog doesn’t have to be big. A small dog that can make noise is very effective. Burglars don’t like anything that will draw attention to what they are doing. A dog can be trained to guard as well as attack on command if necessary.
House Cleaners
Before a homeowner permits a professional house cleaner to be in their home, it’s essential to make certain the people doing the work are reputable. Background checks should be a serious consideration. If the cleaners are from a firm, the homeowner should check with the Better Business Bureau to see if any complaints have been filed against them.
Doors And Door Frames
If a home has any part of its door frame rotting, it needs to be replaced with a solid wood. Burglars find it very easy to pry through the rot on a door frame. Should a door have glass panels, a burglar will be able to break the glass panels, then reach through and open the door knob on the inside. A door that has glass panels can be replaced or fortified. The door can be secured with deadbolt locks that can only be opened with a key.
Security System
It is important for a homeowner to have security system monitoring. Residential fire monitoring should be covered. This makes it possible for a homeowner to know their house is as safe as possible. Seconds after a home’s alarm is activated, a company’s certified operator will get a signal and take the necessary action. If a homeowner is away from their house for an extended period of time, they can provide the company with information on how to reach them in an emergency.