Home security: How to protect your home from burglaries
created on 9.10.2017
The number of burglaries in Switzerland is declining. Nevertheless, an average of 127 break-ins are registered every day. Here’s some advice on how to protect your home from burglaries and make it as difficult as possible for any intruders to get at your valuables.
The following home security products are available at special prices until 31 October 2017. The all help preventing burglaries by scaring burglars away, making your doors and windows as secure as possible or sending an alert if anyone tries to enter your home.
Surveillance
A surveillance camera gives you the security of knowing what’s going on in your home at any time. In addition, it puts potential intruders off. If a burglar still enters your home, video recordings are an important piece of evidence and increase the chances of catching the burglar.
Window and door security
The more secure your doors and windows are, the more difficult it is to enter your home. In most cases, burglars choose the easiest way in; if your home is secured well, it’s likely the burglar will look for a home that’s easier to enter.
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Motion detectors
Burglars like to act under the cover of darkness. Nobody wants to be observed while committing a crime. Therefore, motion detectors are an effective protection against intruders. If anyone walks past a motion detector, the light switches on automatically. This is especially useful in the outdoor areas around your home.
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Creating the effect of being at home
Almost no burglaries happen while the owners are at home. Burglars often observe homes for a while and act as soon as they are certain that everybody is away. There are several ways to create the effect of someone being at home: a light that turns on and off or a lamp that simulates the flickering of a TV screen. These tricks help protect your home from burglaries.
Safes and storage
If an intruder has found a way to get into your home, these products will at least make sure your valuables are difficult or impossible to get at.
Personal security
Attacks or robberies can even happen on the open road. Should this ever happen to you, try to attract the attention of others by calling for help or using an alarm siren. If passers-by become aware of what’s happening and have enough courage to step in, most thieves will disappear immediately.
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