Home security is a top priority for everyone.  Shifting into a new home can be exciting but putting safety and preservative measures in place to keep it safe and get started with home security systems or devices can feel a little relaxing. The good thing is, burglary is becoming less common every year. Understanding all the risks and taking preventative measures is key to reducing the risk of something happening to your home and loved ones.
However, if you want to learn more ways to protect your house and loved ones beyond a security system, or if you rent or are not able to purchase a home security system, here are 10 simple things you should do right away to secure your home and loved one.

Setting up a security system

Your home should have some kind of a security system, whether it’s a basic system or one that comes with professional monitoring & home automation. There is a variety of home security options for every budget and every level of protection.
Upgrade your door locks

Locking your doors and windows may not be enough if you don't have exceptional locks. Make sure all exterior doors have a clog, making it more difficult for robbers to break in. Also, make sure that door frames and hooks are strong enough to endure an attempted interrupt. Classical doors or exposed hinges can pose an unnecessary risk. As mentioned above, you can upgrade to smart locks, which you can engage remotely.

Add security cameras

You’ve seen headlines about thieves and porch pirates being foiled by security camera footage. This is the one home security solution that works as both discouragement and a means to get justice. You can get the security cameras that are part of a complete home security system, or you can use cameras that work on their own. Whichever way you go, we must recommend using a security camera with a mobile app, so you can see footage in real-time and store it if you ever need to go to the police. Take necessary steps to protect your cameras from hackers too.
Install a safe
Install a cylinder floor safe by bolting it to the floor. Most safes have a hole inside them for just that purpose. Hide that safe in the corner of a closet or other inconspicuous area. Or mount the wall safe inside a wall and cover it with a picture or painting. Or chip out a hole in your concrete slab and stick it in the floor safe, then pour new concrete around it. That’s the sharp idea of it.

Secure all the doors

Don’t help a thief to stroll in through the front door as 34% of the thieves do. Inspect all of your exterior doors to make sure that the door frames are strong, the links & joints are protected. If you're moving into a residence that someone else used to live in, change the door locks. That way you won't have strangers out there with a key to your house, and you can make sure that all of your locks are the best on the market.

Keep your valuable things hidden

Some robbers & criminals may look into specific targets ahead of time, ensuring they rob houses where they can get expensive and luxury things. As a result, it is best to avoid keeping your expensive things & items where robbers can easily see them as they pass by. Avoid leaving expensive things out in the open. Close the garage door, and especially don't leave expensive things like electronics, jewelry, purses, cash, and other valuables in front of an open window.

Lock the windows

Windows are one of the common and usual entry points for criminals & robbers and may be left shut but unlocked by the previous home authorities. Manufacturer hooks on windows aren’t always effective & sometimes they’re downright unstable. If you don’t like the looks of your window hooks, beef up security with aftermarket window locks or with key-operated levers.

Prevent house fire

Do what you can to prevent your home from going up in flames.  For example, inspect current fire alarms and CO detectors to make sure they're working.  Install new detectors where it’s necessary. Check the expiration date on current fire extinguishers. You must buy new fire extinguishers if necessary.

Install outdoor lighting

Criminals don’t like to be in the spotlight. Place lights around your front and back yards, along pathways, & the garage to secure your loved ones.

Eliminate hiding places

Trees and shrubs may give burglars a handy place to hide. Trim down all the trees and plants close to your home that could be used for cover & opt for smaller flowers and bushes instead.

Conclusion

Figuring out how to secure your home & loved one doesn’t have to be a chore. Use these useful tips to get started. You can identify which strategies are most important to you, and make a plan to add the rest later. Knowing the importance of security risks and taking preservative measures is the best way to keep your house and loved ones safe & that’s the best thing to do.