Imagine returning from a trip to find that your home has been burglarized. Having someone house sit for you is not always an option. Try these few security tips:
- Make your house look occupied. Have inside and outside lights on timers. Also try a radio on a timer.
- Ask a neighbor or friend to pick up mail and newspapers while you are away.
- Keep your yard clean. Mow the grass and prune hedges before (so they do not block windows) you leave.
- Lock all doors and windows. Never leave a spare key hidden outside your house.
- Call the police and block watch captain to notify them that you will be away.
- And if you have one, activate your security system.