Incredibly Simple & Crucial Steps to Securing Your Home

This may seem simple, but always be sure all the doors to your home are locked as often as possible--especially before you leave the house or go to bed.

Additionally, reinforce your doors with a deadbolt if possible.

Finally, add a strike plate to your doors to make your locks more secure (which significantly helps reduce kick-ins and damage).

Windows are another common entry point for thieves, so taking a few preventative measures to stop them is worth the effort.

Install Security Film on your windows - security film reinforces your glass windows and makes it more difficult to break through--which can deter criminals, or at least giving you more time to react.

If you aren't opposed to the look, consider adding window bars (especially in higher-crime areas).

An extra easy deterrent is to plant bushes with thorns below first-story windows--no one wants to climb through those, and it can be a great extra line of defense.

Add outdoor lighting around your home to illuminate your yard and walkways. Bright lights make it easy to see criminals, and that's the last thing they want.

If you want to save power, consider getting motion-activated lights that kick on as soon as someone enters the perimeter of your premises. For more effective energy conservation, consider solar-powered lights--though they tend to not be quite as bright.

If possible, go for smaller shrubbery in your yard--big bushes make for great hiding places if someone is trying to sneak up to breach your home, and they can cast a lot of shadow and cover for a bad actor to conceal themselves more easily.

While the above tips can help deter would-be thieves and vandals from breaking into your home, nothing offers the same level of security and peace of mind as a reliable security system.

Simple security systems that monitor doors and windows are often enough for many people, but there are more advanced options available--such as motion detectors, CCTV and remote video monitoring, and perimeter monitoring--that may be appropriate for your needs and goals.

If you're looking for a reliable home security solution in East Texas, be sure to contact 3D Security, Inc. to discuss your needs--we've been helping residents and businesses in the area stay secure for almost 30 years, and would love to help you as well.

If you're not in the East Texas area, be sure to consult with a reputable local security specialist to ensure you get the right gear and equipment--and that it's installed and functioning correctly.

Garages are often left unsecured, and they're an easy access point for thieves. Even if you have the door that leads into your house from the garage locked, you may still be leaving the area wide open to burglary--where things such as tools, lawnmowers and garden items, and even your car can be targets.

Consider investing in garage door locks, or ensure your security system is designed to monitor access to the area.