Never give personal information over the phone, request they send you
something in writing
Trim shrubs and landscape ~ If you can see
out a perpetrator can be seen
In the case of your absence:
Set interior lights on timers
Ask a neighbor or relative to pick up
newspapers and mail
Never leave information of your absence: I'll
be back in a week or Be back in 5 minutes
Secure/Brace all sliding doors
Post all emergency numbers by your telephone
Engrave your valuables
Copy all serial numbers on to the manual,
take a picture of the item and put information
in a safe
When moving into a new home, have all the
locks changed
Make sure all exterior doors have hinges on
the inside
Always use smoke detectors
Carbon monoxide testers are highly
recommended
Always report suspicious vehicles or
activity in your area to the police department
