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Make Your Home More Secure

Brian Gregory

By Brian Gregory
Updated October 25, 2022

Keeping your home safe is a top priority. Learn how to improve home security with lighting, motion detectors, security cameras and more.

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10 Tips for Creating a Safe and Secure Home

A ring video door bell on the outside of a home.
  1. Install a quality lockset. It adds beauty and value to your home while sending a strong message to would-be intruders.
  2. Add deadbolt locks to exterior doors. Deadbolt locks are an inexpensive way to supplement standard lockets for added safety and security.
  3. Install an entry door viewer so you can see who's knocking before opening the door.
  4. Replace your old doorbell with a video doorbell. You can identify visitors, check on package deliveries, and keep an eye on your property, especially at night.
  5. Secure sliding patio doors with a security bar or a piece of closet rod cut to fit in the track behind the door. Adjust track clearance so the doors can’t be removed from their frame.
  6. Make sure you have working locks on all windows. Depending on your window, there are different types of window hardware that provide enhanced security.
  7. Install outdoor lighting on your home’s exterior and landscape to illuminate areas around your home you don’t want in a shadow.
  8. Place lights with motion detectors near your home’s exterior access points. A well-positioned light makes it almost impossible for someone to sneak up on your home.
  9. Security cameras allow homeowners to monitor activities outside of the home. This means you can see who's approaching from the driveway without leaving the sofa.
  10. Protect your outdoor and recreational equipment with a storage shed and a good lock. Eliminate exterior temptation to help keep your home safe and secure.