A new year is the perfect opportunity to rethink old habits and set new goals. In addition to classic resolutions like living a healthier life or exercising more, home security should also be a focus. A secure home offers protection against burglary, fire protection, and peace of mind for you and your family. With these five good resolutions, you can significantly improve your home security in the new year.
1. Improve burglary protection: Check door and window security
Statistics show that most burglaries occur through poorly secured doors and windows. Therefore, check the window and door security in your home. Invest in burglar-resistant locks, lockable window handles, and additional security bars. These measures can deter burglars and give you greater security.
Tip: Doors with multi-point locking and burglar-resistant fittings significantly increase burglary protection.
2. Security through light: motion detectors and outdoor lighting
A well-lit home deters potential burglars. Install motion detectors at your front door, in the garage, and on your garden fence. Outdoor lighting that automatically activates when motion is detected reduces dark areas and creates a sense of security. Smart lighting systems can simulate your presence when you're away.
Tip: Combine motion detectors with energy-saving LED lamps to combine security and energy efficiency.
3. Fire protection at home: Use smoke detectors and heat detectors
Security means not only protection against burglary, but also against fire. Check your smoke detectors regularly and replace the batteries. For additional safety, you can install heat detectors in the kitchen and keep fire extinguishers in central locations. Fire protection at home is an important component of a safe life.
Tip: It is best to service smoke detectors annually and document this to always be on the safe side.
4. Security through neighborly assistance
An attentive neighbor is often the best security. Talk to your neighbors about mutual support, such as emptying the mailbox or checking on your home while you're on vacation. Good neighborly support can deter burglars and provide a sense of security.
Tip: Create a joint security strategy with your neighbors to make your living environment even safer.
5. Increase safety awareness: Avoid everyday mistakes
Many security risks arise from small oversights. Open windows, unlocked doors, or valuables visible from the outside are common mistakes. Raise your security awareness and sensitize your family to these issues. Children can also learn how they can contribute to home security.
Tip: Create a checklist to avoid common everyday mistakes and strengthen your security routine.
Conclusion: Make your home safer
Home security is an investment in your quality of life. Small changes like better window security, motion detectors, or improved door security can make a big difference. Create an environment in the new year where you and your family feel completely safe.
Bonus tip: Use regular checks for smoke detectors and door security to stay up to date.
Do you have any questions or other home security tips? Share your ideas with us and start the new year with a safe home!
The security experts at Weber Protect will be happy to help you analyze your individual security needs. A comprehensive security concept doesn't have to be expensive. You don't need to hire expensive contractors for Weber Protect's security products. You can install and configure all the products yourself.
Our range of security products offers everything you need to protect your home. Our video surveillance products protect your home from the front door to the garden.
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