In this blog entry, the professional Daytona residential lock installation team here at Green Locksmith Daytona will detail some essential Halloween safety tips to keep your Daytona property and family safe.
Keeping Lights On
In order to stay as safe as possible, turn all the lights on the outside of your home as possible. It starts to get darker this Season, and as tree limbs and leaves fall to the ground, and other debris starts to collect on sidewalks, proper lighting can help prevent tripping. We recommend installing motion sensor lighting around the perimeter of your house in order to frighten off potential criminals. We also recommend putting lighting inside your home on automated timers in order to provide the appearance that somebody is home even when nobody is. Consider connecting televisions to timers as well for a completed illusion.
Cleaning the Yard
Make sure the sidewalk and yard by your home is clear of leaves, as slippery leaves can cause accidents which can even lead to lawsuits. You also want to make sure that tall bushes or plants don’t provide cover of shadow to potential criminals staking out your property. Make sure that the entire perimeter of your home is completely free of large obstructions or things that burglars can hide behind.
Door and Window Locks
Ensure that all entrances to your home – front doors, back doors, side doors, shed doors, garage doors – and windows, including small windows – are fully locked. All doors should be protected by a high security deadbolt, and all other entrances or windows should be protected with a sturdy lock. Small windows including basement windows should be locked as burglars today are better than ever at breaking into homes using small openings.