Have you ever been burgled? It is an experience that many homeowners have to deal with since there are hundreds of burglaries every hour in this country, but all these statistics can actually help you protect yourself from becoming yet another victim. How so? Well, looking at all the cases there are shows a pattern of what homes burglars break into and which ones they avoid.
They tend to be wary of homes that have signs advertising a burglar alarm. Of course, the real thing is the best protection, but if you feel like you can’t afford a full-fledged system, there is nothing wrong with deceiving someone that wishes to break into your home.
Another interesting fact is that burglars usually will monitor the home before breaking in. This means that if you are gone for a period of time, having someone mow your lawn and pick up your mail could deter a burglar by making them think you are still at home.
Outsmarting a burglar is possible, and it can save you a lot of money and heartache.
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