Preventing a Burglary Before it Happens

August 15, 2011
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Burglaries happen in different suburbs around Australia every week. To avoid complacency about your home security, take proactive measures to prevent a burglary from happening to you. These simple yet effective tips can go a long way in helping secure your home, belongings, and your family.

Physical Deterrents: Doors

Setting up prominent physical deterrents in your everyday exit and entry points are the best way secure your house. Extra security doors can help deter would-be intruders and act as a security measure when strangers ring your bell.
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How Burglars Use Social Media to Find You

July 17, 2011
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Social media has revolutionised the way we share and go about business in many ways. While sites like Facebook and Twitter have made it possible to connect with people all over the world, without proactive effort to secure your private information, you could be opening yourself and your family up to burglars.

Status Updates

In the physical world, there are some great ways to secure your house, with home security tools such as security screens and doors and bright motion sensor lights. You can also avoid advertising your absence with the use of timed lights and radios, stopping newspaper deliveries and having a neighbour park their car in your driveway.
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