When you go to work, so do the burglars. There is little that a burglar loves more than an easily accessible unoccupied home. The strategy for success is simple, make your home look sound and occupied. Homes that appear to be unoccupied are welcome targets of opportunity.
With little effort, you can make your beloved home less appealing to criminals. Each week, tips on how to protect yourself and your home will be featured on Guac Talk.
This week's tip:
Lock your doors and windows when away.
It sounds so simple, but did you know that about 30% of burglars gain access to a home through an unlocked window or door? Also, while you may lock the main doors when you're gone, there are windows and/or doors, such as into the garage or a second-floor deck, that usually stay unlocked.
