Leaving beautiful Myrtle Beach for a long trip or vacation to take a break with your family? Remember to secure your home from potential invasions.
An alarm system is the most effective deterrent to burglary especially when the system is advertised by a window sticker or a sign in the yard.
Also, digital cameras and remote monitoring from your mobile device provides additional security and peace of mind.
Unless your house is being targeted by a professional for a specific item, an alarm system will normally discourage a would-be burglar.
Here are some other ideas and tactics to discourage a potential burglar from breaking into your home.
Always give the impression that you are home by creating an illusion of you being home.
Having a dog is another big deterrent to an intruder.
Don’t have a dog? Put a stake in the backyard with a dog chain attached to it, and a large water dish beside it.
Connect your lights to automatic timers setting them to turn lights on and off in the evening.
Park a car in the driveway or ask your neighbor to periodically park in your driveway.
Get someone to collect the newspaper, mail, and other drop offs at your front door.
Leave the window blinds and treatments in their usual positions, but do not close them all the way on the street side of the house.
Lock all doors and windows including those in the garage and sunroom.
Ensure you have adequate coverage on your auto, fire, and health insurance.
Leave a house key and itinerary with a neighbor, friend, or relative.
Be sure someone knows how to operate your alarm system if your home has one.
Enjoy your vacation and be comfortable that you have safe guarded your home from potential bandits.