Home Security Articles: How To Keep Your Family Safe
The recent tragedy of the death of NFL player Sean Taylor in a home invasion has spawned many home security articles and much interest in security measures everyone can take to avoid such a disaster. For many, this will mean purchasing a new home security door lock with better features than what they now own.
In researching home security articles, readers will find many common elements. Many articles will state the importance of having a secure home security lock and making sure it is locked on all doors that lead outside. Many articles will also advocate for the use of alarm systems and home security services. However, using locks is the basis for a defending your home against break-ins.
Even the most modern, up to date locks are useless if they are left open. Make sure that everyone in the family has a key and uses it every time they leave the house. And burglars know all the places you might hide a key. Don't use a fake rock or a "convenient" door frame. You might consider leaving an emergency spare with a neighbor instead.
Home security articles will also mention often mention the different kinds of locks, and how safe each type is. An old lock using a skeleton key is quite clearly not a great idea, but many modern locks are too easy to defeat as well. If you can get in with a credit card, so can anyone else.
The box that a security lock fits into is also of utmost importance. The box should be anchored properly in the door frame with 3" or longer nails or screws. The box should be rated as "kick-proof" as well. The security bolt must be one 1.5" long. If there is glass located near the lock, a specialty lock should be used that cannot be opened by breaking the glass and reaching in to open the lock. Be aware of your local building codes and be sure to follow all regulations.
Another theme in the typical home security articles will be what to do if you are home and your locks and alarms fail. If you can, hide in a closet taking a cell phone and calling 911. If you are surprised, cooperate and try not to look directly into the intruders' faces. Memorize as much detail about them as you can, though. It is much better not have to deal with this at all by using really good locks appropriately.
Since the tragic death of NFL player Sean Taylor, who was a victim in a home invasion, there have been numerous home security articles and an increased interest in the security measures you can take to avoid such an occurrence. For many people, this will mean a new home security door lock that is an improvement over the one they currently have. Many articles will state the importance of having a secure home security lock and making sure it is locked on all doors that lead outside or will advocate for the use of alarm systems and home security services. However, using locks is the basis.
Published December 16th, 2007
Filed in Real Estate
