Home security often starts with ordinary routines: reinforce entry points, keep landscaping from creating hiding places, secure ladders and tools, and avoid advertising expensive purchases or an empty home. Smart lighting, cameras, and alarms can add layers of protection, but they work best alongside consistent habits and trusted neighbors.
Key takeaways
- Store ladders, tools, garage remotes, and spare keys securely.
- Trim shrubs near doors and windows and keep entrances well lit.
- Break down or conceal boxes that reveal valuable new purchases.
- Avoid real-time vacation posts and arrange for mail, lights, and yard care while away.
- Meet online buyers in a safe public location rather than at an empty home.