Your home is your oasis away from the responsibilities of everyday life. It should be somewhere that you feel comfortable and safe. Please continue reading to learn about some practical things you can do to make your home safer than ever.
Install a Privacy Fence
One of the best things you can do for both home safety and everyday privacy is to install a fence. Create a secure fence using high-quality and sturdy fence posts to ensure your efforts last for years. A new fence will help keep your family inside and everything else on the outside. It offers you a reprieve from neighbourhood dogs who tend to roam free, while allowing your own dog to run without a leash or fear of running off. A good fence is a visual and physical deterrent for anyone who might want to access your property.
Change Your Locks
If you live in a home that was previously occupied and you have never made it a priority to change the locks, now is the time to take action. Additionally, if the home was built for you and your family, it is wise to also change the locks since any number of tradespeople may have had access to your key. That is not to say that everyone is a threat; instead, it is a gentle reminder that proactive decisions, such as rekeying your home’s locks, are always a good idea.
Watch this short video for more advice regarding why you should change the locks on your home on day one of moving in.
Be Mindful of What is in Your Vehicle
Whenever you have your car serviced or use valet parking, someone else has access to whatever you leave inside. Create a habit to take your house keys, anything that identifies your home or work address, work badges, and garage door openers with you every time someone other than your family or trusted friends drives your vehicle. Pro tip: Always keep the door between the garage and your home locked. This is an extra safety measure to keep in mind, just in case someone does gain access to your garage, they will not be able to go any further into your home uninvited.
Think About Your Words
The days of having a shared landline at home are long gone. The concern here is that a child alone in your home answers the phone and the person on the other end asks, “Are your parents home?” You can see where this might be going. Now, someone might arrive on your doorstep or call your personal cell phone and ask if your husband (or wife) is home. You might respond with a no or that you do not have one. This gives the caller the information they are searching for, assuming they have ill intentions. It is always better to screen unknown numbers and check your voicemail instead. If you do choose to answer, respond with, “May I ask who’s calling?” instead of giving up information that could affect your privacy. You are in control of what you say and never have to answer any questions, even if you think you are being rude (to a complete stranger).
Now that you have some ideas for staying safer in your home, it is time to put them into practice. Install a fence, change your locks, and make smart decisions to live a better life.
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