Summer home security tips

Summer is here and when we think of summer we think of pool parties, suntan lotion and enjoying a beach vacation, but there is one downside it is also the season for burglars. When you’re busy enjoying the warm, fresh air you can become lazy and people tend to leave doors, windows and blinds wide open. Plus summer is the season when you and your family would like to get away; here are a few things you need to know.

Why does crime increase during the summer?

Research shows that the average burglar is male and under the age of 25 and the peak age for property crime arrest is just 16, but why is this relevant? Because most 16-year-olds are out of school during summer and summer is the most popular season for family holidays and burglars love to target empty homes. The crime increase isn't about the weather conditions; it’s about opportunity and circumstance!

Installing professional home security

If you don’t have a security system your home is three times more likely to be burglarized than a secure home, so make sure you invest in a quality home security system. For instance, Contact SIS – Security &Investigation Services for a professional, high-quality home security service! If you are planning to travel during the summer, consider purchasing security cameras or motion activation technology.

Double up on security

A home security system makes an excellent deterrent, but it isn't the only one, if you want to maximize your security for the summer you might want to invest in some of these things:
- If you don’t have a dog, you might want to buy a dog bark alarm that will ward off potential intruders with realistic barking sounds.
- Install a dummy camera if you can’t afford a real surveillance system. Burglars can’t tell the difference and the sight of a camera will scare them away instantly.
- Finally, get some yard signs and decals and place them around your home.

Start a neighbourhood watch program

Now that the summer sizzle is in the air, this is the perfect time to start up a neighbourhood watch program. If you’re not sure how to get it started, check out my helpful Easy ways to make a safer community post. When you get the entire community involved, you can sleep easier at night and enjoy full-on security at all times.

Businesses: take note

If you run business it is absolutely essential that you have a quality security system in place. Did you know that commercial theft, like home invasion increases during summer and it is especially bad in the month of December. If you step up your security plan today you’ll be more ready for summer and the holidays.

Don’t wait until it’s too late to make sure your home or business is perfectly secure for summer, get a head start on your summer safety strategy! When you take control of your security tan today you can spend your summer focusing on more important things, like your tan.

Written By: Christine Romans