Stop - Think and Be Secure!

So many times in life we just go along doing the same old same old, well take a minute to rethink your security.

1.        Where are your spare keys hung? Is this where the burglar can find them easily?

2.       When you have cash, where do you keep it? On your dresser in your bedroom?

3.       Where are your spare credit cards kept? Or even your credit card information?

4.       Do you keep your lights on a timer when you are gone?

5.       Is there is radio or TV left on when you are away?

6.       Who picks up your mail/newspaper in your absence?

7.       When you are home are your doors locked? Is your security system armed?

8.       Do you sleep with your car keys next to your bed so that you can hit the alarm button on the fob just in case?

9.       Is your GPS programmed for HOME? Do you really want to direct burglars to your home if your car is stolen? (black out your address on your insurance papers)

10.   Is your vehicle is parked outside are all valuables hidden from plain sight? Is the vehicle locked?

11.   Where is your jewelry kept? In your jewelry box on your dresser?

12.   Do you have an itemized list of all household items?  With digital cameras it is easier than ever to have all items logged.

13.   Is the side gate to your back yard pad locked?

14.   On garbage day do you put out boxes of new items as advertisement?

15.   Is your Security System monitored?

For more information on your security contact Kelly Lynn Wicks at kellywicks@atlasalarms.com

Crimes of Opportunity

Time after time residential burglaries are crimes of opportunity.  The thief wants to get in and get out as quick as possible and as quietly as possible.  You as a home owner have to make your home the least attractive to the possibility of a visit from a thief.  Of course we all know to keep shrubs clipped and ladders locked up, all windows and doors secure.  Timers on lights and tvs when not at home and the mail picked up when away on vacation.  You have even had a professional Security Company install a Security System that is monitored. 

However crime can still happen even to the most prepared home.  The thief has now entered your home and wants to grab as many valuables as they can and get out.  They will of course head to your master bedroom as this is where your jewelry and money is stored, then it’s off to the media room for further valuables.  Keeping your valuables in a jewellery box on the dresser along with cash on the dresser is only aiding the thief during their quick trip through your home. 

You can invest in a safe that is mounted securely to the floor or wall that will make it almost impossible for the thief to gain access to your valuables.  But if you cannot afford a safe there are other places to keep your valuables, hidden storages behind mirrors or paintings, or under floor boards.  Diversion Safes or Can Safes are a great way to hide things in Plain Sight.  Many Can Safes are made from product cans that are used in everyday life. From soda pop cans to dog food to bathroom products and cleaning supplies. These cans look just like the original product containers. These are weighted to feel like they are full and who would ever guess that these could hold your money or other valuables.

No matter what or how a person decides to hide their valuables or personal property, one thing is clear; everyone should have a plan or special place to hide or stash their valuable property. There are too many choices available today to have an excuse for not doing anything.

For this and more information on security please contact Kelly Lynn Wicks at kellywicks@atlasalarms.com