Legislator Judy Jacobs reminds residents that burglary is a major crime and impacts homeowners in single and multi-family dwellings across the country. Here are some tips:
• Windows and doors should always be locked when leaving the house. This should include all rear gates as well.
• Do not post anything on the Internet that would indicate you and your family are away from the house.
• Make sure all alarm stickers are visible on doors and windows, and easily seen from the street or the sidewalk.
• Do not leave packages, mail or newspapers outside.
• You install outside motion detection lights at the corners of your house (make sure they are high enough so a burglar cannot unscrew the bulb).
• Make sure your doors are solid and avoid large glass panels that make it easy for an intruder to break.
• Ensure that sliding doors have metal pins or a metal bar installed.
• Leave lights on a timer to go on as soon as it is getting dark.
“This is not difficult to do, and so important for our piece of mind,” said Jacobs. The NCPD also wants you to be alert when entering or leaving your home. If you notice someone or something suspicious, call 911 immediately.
Simple Steps For Home Protection
