Homeowners should take the security of their home seriously. According to the FBI, there is a burglary in the United States every 15 seconds, with an average of $1,725 worth of stolen property. Most people, whose homes have been burglarized, thought they had done enough to avoid becoming a victim. What many homeowners underestimate is that most homes are actually quite easy to get into when you’re a burglar, and not worried about damaging property. We help Chicago residents improve…
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Home Security: 5 Tips for a Safer, Happier Holiday
With the stockings hung by the chimney with care and the tree surrounded by pricy gifts, it is easy to see that Christmas is a time of joy and giving… but it is also a time when thieves can see easy opportunities to take, scoring big from your family’s generosity. Don’t get caught up in worrying about a grouchy Grinch visiting your humble abode. Protect your home and family with these five simple tips to a safer, happier holiday. Leave Your…
Don’t Make Break-ins Easy. Remove These Obstacles
A different perspective in Illinois home security is securing the outside. A simple mistake like leaving unattended items in the yard is a pleasant and convenient surprise for criminals. Burglars see items as a weapon to pry a window or door into your home. It’s these careless errors why so many criminals have an easy entrance. Don’t make it easy to invite criminals into your home. Ladders Homeowners see ladders as a resource to reach a second story window and…
Home Security Chicago: Why your Home should Contain Multiple Locks
When it comes to home security in Chicago, having the right locks are essential! It is obvious, but many don’t follow the logic that multiple locks are better than just one lock. Here are a few reasons why your home needs more than just one lock on each entryway. #1. Acts As a Crime Deterrent Burglars tend to choose homes that have inadequate security because they require less effort to break into. If an intruder notices more than one lock,…