Ahwatukee Locksmith AZ: SUMMER SECURITY TIPS 2022

Break-in’s increase during the summer. Use our checklist to keep the odds in your favour.

1. SHARE INFORMATION

Create a WhatsApp group and let your neighbours know if there is unusual activity or crime on your block.
Join your local Neighbourhood Group on Facebook and learn about recent activities.
eg: Stonebridge Neighbourhood Watch
Share video and images from your doorbell camera or security cameras.
Share information with the Police as it may help with an arrest.

2. DO NOT ADVERTISE YOU ARE AWAY

Ask all strangers for identification. The person who is “lost” and looking for directions could actually be a burglar checking to see if someone is home.
DO NOT advertise on Facebook or Instagram that you are travelling. You may think you’re letting your friends and family know you’re having a great time, but people often forget to change their privacy settings. If you like to post photos – post them after you get back.

3. KEEP YOUR DOORS AND WINDOWS LOCKED

Many burglars go door to door looking for targets that forgot to lock their front doors and car doors. Make sure all doors and windows are locked.
If you lose a key get the locks changed.
A better alternative is to eliminate keys altogether by installing an Alarm.com smart lock with built in keypad.
Install monitored door and window sensors.
When your security system is “armed” an instant alert is sent to your smartphone and our 24/7 Monitoring Stations
Some properties may require security roll shutters to keep intruders out

4. USE PROPPER LIGHTING

Burglars target unoccupied homes so keep your home well lit at night.
Install timers that turn lights, radios and televisions on at different times. This gives the appearance that someone is home.
A better option is to install Alarm.com smart lights and smart appliance modules and setup on an alternating schedules.

Pages