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Sep 14, 20233 min read

Tips to Secure Your Exterior Doors

More than 50% of the time burglars use the front and rear exterior doors as the point of entry. 35% of the time they are walking through...

SafeHomeDiscoveries

Aug 18, 20232 min read

Do Burglars Hack Smart Locks?

Smart locks are popular devices, and for good reason. They allow remote access, there is no key to lose, and you have control over user...

SafeHomeDiscoveries

Jul 6, 20233 min read

Security Lighting: Best Practices for Your Home and Property

It should be no surprise to most of us that lights can discourage crime. Even the Bible says that the light exposes evil. However...

SafeHomeDiscoveries

Jun 7, 20233 min read

Law Enforcement Interview, Home Safety; V2

Recently I stopped by the local police department to ask an officer if he could help me as I prioritize the money I spend upgrading my...

SafeHomeDiscoveries

May 9, 20233 min read

Do Security Cameras Prevent Crime?

Statistics show that as little as 12% of burglaries are planned, in terms of a specific house being targeted, and up to 88% of robberies...

SafeHomeDiscoveries

Apr 19, 20234 min read

Thinking About Installing a Home Security System? What Do You Need to Consider?

Do you need a security system? Statistics consistently show that homes without security systems fall victim to burglary 3 times more...

SafeHomeDiscoveries

Mar 31, 20232 min read

Law Enforcement Interview, Home Safety; V1

Recently I looked at the police and sheriff websites of 7 counties and 3 cities that make up my extended geographical area looking for...

SafeHomeDiscoveries

Mar 17, 20232 min read

Burglary Prevention Tips

There are some universal basic truths regarding burglary prevention. Like most truths when you hear them you know them to be true. Here’s...

SafeHomeDiscoveries

Mar 17, 20232 min read

The Importance of Fortifying Your Doors

Looking over some burglary statistics it came to my attention rather quickly that locking and fortifying the doors in your home may be...