If you’re concerned about home security on Long Island for your family and property, consider these home security tips from the Discovery Channel show It Takes a Thief.
As the article points out, having a security system makes a big difference in home security. Homes without a security system have a much higher break-in rate. But, just having a home security system is not enough. You must remember to turn it on! And because many people will ignore the sound of a car or house alarm going off, it’s important to have your security system monitored at a central station.
Extra Precautions
With a back-up radio or cellular connection, your home security system can be monitored even if your phone line is cut or the phone service is out of order. Make sure your security system’s control panel (not the keypad) is located in a secure place, so it can’t be tampered with by a potential intruder. And be sure to have your home security system tested periodically to make sure everything is in working order.
Key Features
Windows and doors should have individual alarms with either contacts or glass-break sensors. Besides monitoring doors and windows, consider using motion sensors to detect movement inside your home. A panic button is another useful feature to have as part of your home security system.
Additional Tips
Dogs can be a pretty good deterrent for thieves, but even the most ferocious barking dog is not enough to keep out every intruder. Dogs can sleep through burglaries or become scared if threatened. Don’t rely on Fido to protect your home and your family.
Outdoor lights are another simple and inexpensive way to make your home less inviting to intruders at night. But keep in mind that many burglaries occur during daylight hours.
Make sure you have large reflective numbers on the front of your house to make it easier for the police to find you if they are dispatched to your home.
No matter what else you do to increase the home security, the most important step you can take is to install a home security system and have it monitored by a knowledgeable, reliable company. Our home security systems come with more features than any of the other alarm companies on Long Island. We offer options such as video security cameras, remote web keypad control and a built-in radio central station backup, to name a few.
