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Home Security- Home
Invasion Threat Part-2
Believe it or not most home invaders
gain entry by simply knocking on the front door. When the homeowner
opens the door the burglar either forces his way in or uses several
forms of deception. The deception can be as simple as posing as a
repairman, delivery person, salesman, or someone in need of help.
More elaborate deceptions might include a "warm-up" call to the
homeowner alerting him to a "delivery". Another ruse might entail a
"repairman" in the neighborhood fixing a "problem".
Here are some tips to help you avoid being a victim.
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Install solid core doors, heavy duty
locks, window security devices. A latch with a chain will not
work.
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Get a peephole for your front door
and use it before opening the door.
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Turn your porch light on to see
better.
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Keep all doors, windows and garage
doors locked at all times.
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Have a game plan. At a family
meeting discuss how to answer the door and who to call in the
event of an emergency. Practice the drill.
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Have an alarm system activated by a
window or door opening. The sound of a barking dog is still one of
the most effective deterrents for burglary.
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Decide who to call in the event of
an emergency. Sometimes the police cannot respond fast enough and
may not be the best first responders.
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Have some non lethal self defense
weapons such as pepper spray and stun guns at
various locations though out the house.
If you are unfortunate enough to be a
victim do what the burglars ask. Pay attention and get as much
information as possible for a description for authorities.
Home Invasion is a rapidly growing type of burglary. With some
knowledge and planning you can help keep your family safe and
prevent any harm from occurring.
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