Burglary prevention tips

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Why learn the hard way? Get advice from professionals and you will see how easy it can be to protect yourself effectively, reliably and sustainably.

Burglars are often given far too easy a time, yet you can protect yourself effectively for little money. Many of the following tips cost nothing at all – what matters is applying them consistently in everyday life.

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Ten tips against burglars

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   Lock your doors

   Even if you are only out briefly: a door that has just been pulled shut is not locked. We show you how to secure your front door additionally under Door security.
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   Close windows and patio doors

   Close them completely instead of just tilting them – a tilted window is an open window. Modern alarm systems remind you, and window security makes levering them open difficult.
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   Never hide a spare key

   Under the doormat or in the flowerpot is where everyone looks first.
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   Don't keep large sums of money at home

   If you must, then only in a firmly anchored and insured safe.
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   Opportunity makes the thief

   Put away or lock up ladders, tools and other climbing aids.
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   Switch off outdoor sockets

   Otherwise they allow heavy equipment to be used. Deactivate outdoor sockets above all when you are away for longer.
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   Avoid dense planting

   Thick hedges right in front of windows and doors are perfect cover for burglars too.
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   Provide enough outdoor lighting

   Burglars don't want to be seen. Light entrances and outdoor areas sensibly; video surveillance can be an additional deterrent.
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   Get your neighbours on board

   Let them know when you are away for longer, e.g. on holiday, and look out for each other. If you see anything suspicious, report it to the police immediately.
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    Avoid signs that you are away

    Full letterboxes, holiday photos on Facebook, Instagram & co., curtains that stay closed all the time: empty apartments and houses are easy pickings.

Mechanics first, electronics on top

An alarm system reports an attempted break-in; solid mechanical security makes getting in harder. The most sensible approach is usually a coordinated combination of resistant doors and windows, suitable locking such as auxiliary locks or crossbar locks, and complementary electronics.