No More Thieves

Starting a neighborhood watch program only takes one or two people recognizing the need and interested in doing a few things required to institute the program.

Most community police departments have neighborhood watch program starter kits that contain easy step-by-step guidelines to follow and tips to insure your program gets started correctly.

The first step is to define the area your program will cover. Enlist one or more interested residents to contact neighbors to invite them to the (more…)

Long distance commutes are stressful enough without having to worry about home security. Fortunately, a few practical tips can help protect your home from burglars while you’re away. Keeping doors and windows locked at all times is the simplest thing you can do to secure your home from burglars. Since long distance commutes often mean that you don’t arrive home until after dark, it’s just as important to make sure your home is well lit. To help your home look occupied, invest in outdoor light timers that turn on (more…)

Few things are more upsetting than leaving your home only to return at a later date and discover you’ve been robbed. Home theft is a serious crime that leaves its victims vulnerable and without their priceless possessions. If you want to discourage home theft while you’re away, consider implementing the following tips into your life today!

Keep a light or two kept on while you’re away. Many would-be-thieves will think twice about entering a home that looks presently lived in.

Check that your (more…)