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| Reducing Home Theft |
| This DIY Basic, brought to you by Liberty Mutual, will provide tips for reducing home theft. |
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- When securing your home, entry points are good places to start.
- Windows or sidelights should be 42 inches from door locks (figure A). Windows any closer than that (figure B) should have impact resistant glass.
- A storm door will give you even more protection against intrusion.
- Hanging doors with 2 1/2-inch screws will help prevent thieves from ripping out the hinges (figure C).
- For sliding doors, a pipe or dowel in the slider track (figure D) is a good deterrent.
- Adding extra locks that flip up for security or flip down flat for opening makes sliding doors even safer.
- A monitored security system notifies police of a break in and saves you money on homeowner’s insurance.
- Security-company stickers on large windows (figure E) or hidden doors can also discourage thieves.
- Securing your home before a break-in not only reduces theft -- it also gives you peace of mind.
RESOURCES :
Liberty Mutual Information
Website: www.libertymutual.com
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