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Preventing break-ins
Alarm systems and door and window reinforcements are the most effective resources for home security, but there is plenty you can do as a homeowner for little-to-no cost to help burglar-proof your house.
Below are tips to get you started, and links to articles with even more advice.
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Don't leave gardening gloves or yardwork tools out in your yard. These become handy tools for burglars to pry doors, smash windows, and avoid leaving fingerprints.
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Don't leave your key inside a double cylinder deadbolt in your door. Once someone breaks in, they instantly have a key to your house.
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Place your television, stereo, and any other electronics in a spot that isn't visible from the street.
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Have plenty of lighting around the perimeter of your house, especially in the driveway. Consider having motion sensor floodlights installed.
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An obviously empty house is an invitation for a break-in.If you're away from home for more than a day, use timers on lights in your house to make it seem like you're there.
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Close window treatments at night, rather than leaving an open view to your home's interior.
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Consider getting a dog. A loud bark is a great deterrent.
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Have your local police number in an easy to find place on your phone: make it a "favorite" contact, and add it as "AAA Police" or "1 Police" to move them to the top of your contacts list.
Follow these links for more security tips from other professionals.
"Top 10 Simple Ways to Discourage Break-ins" - How Stuff Works
"How to Stop Break-Ins" - This Old House
"Home Security Burglary Prevention Advice" - CrimeDoctor.com