We all want to have a relaxing vacation. We’ve spent the money, scheduled the time and want nothing more than to check out of our daily lives for a few glorious days doing things we enjoy. That’s why it’s so important to make sure we’ve done all we can to make sure our homes are secure while we are away. Here are some steps to take to makes sure your home is secure while you are away.
Install a Reliable Home Security System
First and foremost, installing a home security system to monitor your home is key. Working with a security company that can customize a security set up to fit your needs that also has 24/7 monitoring will have responses in motion almost immediately should someone try to break in. Even the signage on the windows and in yards indicating the home is protected by burglar alarms by itself can be a theft deterrent. With a secure alarm system monitoring windows and doors, you can also add smart locks and ways to access the home that are remotely controlled from wherever in the world you may be vacationing. Trying to keep up with house keys will no longer be something you need to do when you setup access for specific people and for specific amounts of time.
Set Up Surveillance Cameras
Don’t forget the importance of well-placed home security cameras as both a deterrent and your “eyes” while you are away. Surveillance cameras can record vital information and evidence to help police in the event of break ins, attempted break ins and even vandals. Pair the cameras with integrated motion sensor lighting and you’ve created a powerful outside tool to discourage intruders who obviously don’t want to be detected or identified.
Keep Your Home Appearing Occupied
Having a great security system is great, but you will also want to put some thought into making your home appear occupied while you are, in fact, away. Start by being selective about who you inform of your absence. Coordinate with a neighbor or even a neighborhood watch to do regular checks on the property, coming in if necessary and picking up newspapers, packages and overfilled mailboxes. Utilize smart technology to control lighting, blinds and even televisions to give your home the appearance of occupancy while you are away.
While it’s true that we can’t control everything while we are away, following a few steps to ramp up your home security can keep your home safe and enhance your precious vacation time by giving you total piece of mind.