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While you are away enjoying your vacation, your home is vulnerable to invasion from intruders looking to make mischief and/or steal your belongings. According to the FBI the difference in the percentage of burglaries in summer and winter, was 10 percent, with the greater number occurring in summer.
There are steps you can take before going on vacation that will make your home a less likely target for thieves or intruders. Keep these things in mind before you go on vacation so you can rest easier while you are away.
Basic Security Tips
These basic, yet prudent, home security measures offers some degree of protection for your home and your family while you are enjoying a little time away from it all.
The more occupied your home appears, the less attractive it will be as a target to criminals.
Basic Home Precautions to Take
In addition to the tips mentioned above, there are certain precautions you may want to take with your home, including these.
Some extra vigilance can make a huge difference when it comes to the safety and security of your home and belongings. These simple steps and advice will help you have one less thing to worry about while you’re away from home on vacation – leaving you far more time to enjoy your trip instead.