Use this as a walkthrough of your own property, most homes are missing at least two or three of these.
Every Exterior Door
- Grade 1 or 2 deadbolt installed, see best deadbolts for California homes
- Reinforced strike plate with 3-inch screws into the frame stud
- No glass panel within reach of the interior thumbturn
- Don't forget the garage side entry door, see garage entry lock problems
Windows
- Working latches on every window, not just the ones you use
- Ground-floor windows are the most common overlooked entry point
Keys and Access
- Know exactly who has a copy of your keys, see can someone copy your house key
- Rekeyed after moving in or any major access change, see how often to change your home locks
Lighting and Visibility
- Motion-sensor lighting at every entry point
- Hedges and landscaping trimmed away from windows and side doors
Deterrents
- Video doorbell or visible camera facing the street
- See how burglars choose easy targets for the full reasoning behind these
Budget Priorities
If you can only do a few things this year, see ways to improve home security without spending thousands for a ranked, cost-conscious list.
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