Secure Your House on the Outside

Last month, the country recognized National Home Safety Week.

The occasion inspired me to suggest ways to keep the exterior of your home safe:

• “Store flammable liquids like gasoline and paint thinners outside the home and away from anything that could spark a flame. These liquids could explode.
• Make sure your garage and shed either have a convenient light source or a flashlight available right where you walk in.
• Store pesticides, antifreeze, gasoline, paint thinner, lighter fluid, etc. in a locked cabinet out of reach of pets and children, preferably in your garage or a locked shed.Trim your trees at least once a year to remove any dead or dangling branches that could fall.
• If you’re going to be away from home for awhile, create the illusion that someone is home by leaving on a few lights and the tv or stereo.  Set timers on your outside lights or install motion sensor lights that will come on any time some gets close.
• Make sure all your exterior doors have a lock and a deadbolt.  Never hide your keys in obvious places outside such as under a doormat or a plant unless you actually want to be robbed.
• Don’t leave notes on the door for service people.  This is like a neon light telling people you’re not home.
• Planting large shrubs in front of windows can be a deterrent to break-ins.

Remember, a safe home is a happy home!”

Looking forward to doing business with you.