3 Home Security Tips All Homeowners Should KnowAchieving home security happens in different ways. For some homeowners, it starts by making small lifestyle changes. For other homeowners, it starts when they install a home security system. Anyone who is concerned with their home's security and would like to make their home a safer place has options. Knowing which systems are best and what people can do to protect their home can help them increase their security in a big way.

Different Types of Home Security Systems

There are different types of home security systems that homeowners can install. Homeowners have their choice between DIY systems and professional home security systems.

Professional Home Security

Professional home security systems are installed by companies that monitor their client's home and check in on the home when the security system alerts them. Home security systems often involve a combination of alarms, coded doorways, and sometimes involve home security cameras.

Professional home security systems may require the homeowner to pay a fee for installation. Once the system is installed, the homeowner must pay a monthly fee to the company for the professional monitoring service.

DIY Home Security

DIY home security systems are typically made up of smart products that send alerts to the homeowner's phone. Often, homeowners use several products, such as motion-activated cameras, a video doorbell, and smart locks, all of which allow them to monitor their home 24/7 while they're away.

DIY home security systems have the benefit of being much more affordable than professional home security systems, as there's no monthly fee. However, DIY home security systems also require the homeowner to perform their own monitoring, which some homeowners don't enjoy. 

More Than One Way to Improve Security

There are many ways to improve home security, in addition to installing a home security system. Homeowners who want to keep their property safe can use these suggestions and decide for themselves what works best for them.

  • Plant shrubs. Shrubs planted beneath windows make it difficult for intruders to get close to a house.
  • Install motion-activated lights. Motion-activated lights outside the house prevent intruders from entering the property undetected.
  • Install lights on timers inside. Installing lights on timers creates the appearance that someone is home, even if they are not.

Keep a Safe Home With Safe Behaviors

Many homeowners can help keep their property safe by adopting safe behaviors. For example:

  • Avoid announcing long trips on social media.
  • Never leave product boxes for expensive items in the open on the curb.
  • Always lock doors and windows before leaving the home or going to sleep.

You Can Improve Your Home's Security

If you're a homeowner who would like to keep your house safe, one of the ways you can do this is by making small changes to your lifestyle. By doing things like installing motion-detected lights and working with a professional home security company, you can increase your home's overall safety.

Posted by Michael Perna on
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I thought it was interesting when you mentioned that home security systems involved a combination of alarms and coded doorways. As far as I know, security systems can alert the local authorities when an alarm goes off in your home. Having authorities respond quickly to an alarm seems like a good way to prevent burglars from trying to break into your home.

Posted by Thomas Clarence on Monday, February 6th, 2023 at 4:13pm

Thank for the comment, Thomas! Yes, professionally installed and paid security systems tend to alert authorities of anything suspicious, but with today's growing technology many homeowners are choosing to arm their home with items such as Ring doorbells, smart locks, etc as a cheaper option. As mentioned, the biggest drawback is that they then must be responsible to monitor any activity. My suggestion is to have both for the safest and most effective approach.

Posted by Michael Perna on Monday, February 27th, 2023 at 2:11pm

You noted that home security systems combined alarms and coded entrances, which I found to be fascinating. I believe security systems can notify the neighborhood police when an alarm goes off in your home. A speedy response from the police to an alert sounds like a smart approach to deter potential intruders from trying to enter your house. Thanks for the insights, I'll keep this in mind especially since I'm considering security system installation on my property.

Posted by Elle Jones on Thursday, May 18th, 2023 at 2:09pm

Hi Elle! Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment! I'm delighted to hear that you found the information on home security systems enlightening and valuable. You're absolutely correct, many modern security systems do have the feature of notifying local police in the event of an alarm, adding an extra layer of protection and quick response potential.

As you're considering the installation of a security system on your property, don't hesitate to explore our other posts on home security for more insights or reach out to us with any questions you may have. We're here to help make your home as safe as possible.

Posted by Michael Perna on Thursday, May 18th, 2023 at 2:18pm

I live alone, so I often get worried whenever I leave for business trips or work overtime and leave the house unattended for too long. I'm glad you recommended getting a professional home security system installed since this will allow us to monitor the house and alert us of any suspicious activity. I'll keep this in mind while I look for a security company to hire for the installation soon.

Posted by Elina Brooks on Tuesday, May 30th, 2023 at 5:56am

Hi Elina and thank you for the comment! I'm thrilled to hear that you found my recommendation helpful! Ensuring the security and peace of mind of members of our community is extremely important to me. If you need any assistance in choosing the right home security company, I would be more than happy to help. As a local real estate agent, I've had the opportunity to connect with several reputable security companies in the area. Feel free to reach out anytime. Safe travels on your business trips, and I look forward to seeing our community become an even safer place to live!

Posted by Michael Perna on Tuesday, May 30th, 2023 at 10:30am

Since I live alone, I frequently worry anytime I leave the house unattended for an extended period when on a business trip or while working overtime. I'm delighted you suggested installing a professional home security system since it will let us keep an eye on the property and notify us of any questionable behavior. This is something I'll have in mind while I search for a security firm to engage for the installation soon.

Posted by Elle Jones on Sunday, June 4th, 2023 at 3:03pm

Since I live alone, I frequently worry anytime I leave the house unattended for an extended period of time when on a business trip or while working overtime. I'm delighted you suggested installing a professional home security system since it will let us keep an eye on the property and notify us of any questionable behavior. This is something I'll have in mind while I search for a security firm to engage for the installation soon.

Posted by Elle Jones on Saturday, June 17th, 2023 at 1:31pm

Since I live alone, I frequently worry when I have to travel for work, put in extra hours at the office, or leave the house unattended for an extended period. I'm glad you mentioned installing a professional home security system as it will enable us to keep an eye on the property and notify us of any unusual behavior. I'll have this in mind as I search for a security firm to work with on the installation shortly.

Posted by Elle Jones on Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024 at 10:36am

Since I live alone, I frequently worry when I have to travel for work, put in extra hours at the office, or leave the house unattended for an extended period of time. I like that you mentioned hiring a professional to build a home security system, since this will enable us to keep an eye on the property and notify us of any unusual behavior. I'll have this in mind as I search for a security firm to work with on the installation shortly.

Posted by Elle Jones on Wednesday, January 24th, 2024 at 11:18am

I'm glad you clarified that coded doors and alarms were both part of residential security systems. I'm not aware of any security systems that can notify the authorities in your area when an alarm goes off in your house. It would seem that one effective technique to deter criminals from trying to get into your house is to have police respond to an alert promptly.

Posted by Elle Jones on Wednesday, January 24th, 2024 at 4:46pm

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