Home Security Articles Reflect On Sean Taylor's Death
Because of the recent tragic death of football star Sean Taylor due to a home invasion, more people are reading home security articles and are showing more interest in taking precautions to prevent the same happening to them. Many of these people will buy a new home security door lock that is an upgrade from their current lock.
When reading home security articles, several themes will be common to most of them. Having a good home security lock on every exterior door and keeping them locked is universal. Many will also recommend using alarms and home security services, but locks are the obvious first line of defense.
Even the most modern, up to date locks are useless if they are left open. Make sure that everyone in the family has a key and uses it every time they leave the house. And burglars know all the places you might hide a key. Don't use a fake rock or a "convenient" door frame. You might consider leaving an emergency spare with a neighbor instead.
Home security articles will also mention often mention the different kinds of locks, and how safe each type is. An old lock using a skeleton key is quite clearly not a great idea, but many modern locks are too easy to defeat as well. If you can get in with a credit card, so can anyone else.
A security lock is only as good as its box which needs to be anchored securely in the door frame using 3" screws or nails or larger. Make sure it is rated "kick proof" and that the bolt itself is at least 1 1/2 "long. If there is window glass near the location of the lock, a special type of lock is required which can't be opened just by breaking the glass and reaching in to turn the lock. Before installing a new lock, be sure to check the local building codes to make sure you're within the code.
Another theme in the typical home security articles will be what to do if you are home and your locks and alarms fail. If you can, hide in a closet taking a cell phone and calling 911. If you are surprised, cooperate and try not to look directly into the intruders' faces. Memorize as much detail about them as you can, though. It is much better not have to deal with this at all by using really good locks appropriately.
In researching home security articles, readers will find many common elements. Many articles will state the importance of having a secure home security lock and making sure it is locked on all doors that lead outside. Every family member should be taught to ensure that all doors are locked. Articles about home security usually list the different kinds of locks and the pros and cons of each. It's also important the home security door lock use the correct box. It needs to be bolted into the doorframe with at least three-inch nails or screws.
Published December 16th, 2007
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