Civil unrest has reemerged as a mainstay in our society; that is just a sad fact.
No one is immune, which means your house has to have as robust a security posture as is possible.
First and foremost the house should be sturdy. Brick and cement is better than wood. The weak point would be doors and windows. No structure is impervious but the idea is to slow down an unwanted intruder. Solid doors with solid locks are called for.
The two main types of deadbolts are single and double cylinder locks. A single cylinder deadbolt is about $35, has a keyed opening on one side, and a knob that can be turned by hand on the other. We use double deadbolts and leave the key in the door in case of fire. When we leave, the key goes with us. When we come in, we lock the door as a matter of habit.
As for windows, we invested in security windows for both the energy value and to stop invaders. They also have pins that allow them to open a ways for ventilation without giving access. You may consider metal or wooden shutters that are drawn from the inside. And as with the doors, keep it your policy to make sure they are locked. It is also a good idea to use shades, and window drapes to keep from advertising the goodies you may have.
Think about the advertising value of discarded TV, computer, gaming equipment boxes. Maybe you don’t want to have them wait for the garbage man and tell all would-be robbers about the new toys. Garage doors also should be kept secure. Consider carefully, where you keep the ladder. If someone can get to it, they can climb up to the second story windows or over a fence.
If it is safe to use, lighting is another deterrent, especially motion detection lights. You might also want to leave a light on in a front room at night, to give the idea that someone is still awake and aware. Some have also decided that a dog is a great alarm system. If you have a dog and an alarm system, you tell others that the motion sensor on the alarm system is not on. And do your dogs like doggie treats? Most robbers know they do. Our dogs may be small (miniature schnauzers) but they have great ears and sense of smell and let us know loud and clear that it is time to get the gun. Which brings us to the issue of firearms for home protection.
I suggest at least three guns for home protection including a 12 gage pump and two hand guns. Be trained, be practiced, and keep a handgun at each side of the bed.
Sadly, civil unrest of one sort or another has become a mainstay in our culture.
That makes home security more vital than ever; even if you can afford a home security system, you still should take basic security precautions.
To read up on home security strategies you can employ, please visit the American Prepper’s Network.