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When thinking about home security, many people assume that means burglar alarm systems and nothing more. Alarm systems are a good way to maintain a safe and secure home, but they are only one of many home security tools. An alarm system is only effective when a homeowner also takes some seemingly obvious precautions.
Windows are a common entry point for burglars. They can be the most vulnerable part of your home security system. Homes with poorly constructed or poorly installed windows are inevitably the target of experienced burglars. To know your windows are secure, make sure they have strong glass and properly fitting locks. And remember to lock your windows before you leave the house. An unlocked window is the sure way to waste every dime you spend on an elaborate home security system.
Your doors are the second most vulnerable part of your home security system. They must be constructed of strong, durable materials, secured by tough locks that can't be forced easily. Dead bolts are great unless the door frame is poorly installed or made of soft, easily damaged lumber.
If you keep a spare key for accidental lock-outs, be absolutely sure to hide it in a place no one would think of. Many a homeowner leaves their spare key on the top of the doorframe or under their welcome matt. Big mistake. Be cautious about using fake rocks or yard ornaments as hiding places, too, as every burglar knows that's why they were created!
One other important tip about keys. Losing your keys is a common and costly mistake, especially when you have your home address or information that might reveal your home address on the key ring.
Some modern homeowners rely on home surveillance systems that allow them to monitor their homes from other locations. These systems are great for recording activity and storing it for later viewing if there is a security breach. They're particularly valuable for people that travel frequently, since they involve a considerable investment. One point, though, to remember is that the surveillance system that's not also connected to an alarm system will only be helpful after the fact. It will not prevent the intrusion, though it may help get the intruder arrested later on.
...19.09.09
The new entrance to Moffat County High School has garnered many nicknames from students since the first day of school.
One popular name has been the “cattle chute,” because students joked about being herded through the narrow hallway that brings them to the only unlocked door in the school.
“We’re trying to change that name to the ‘dog run,’” Principal Thom Schnellinger said. “The ‘bulldog run.’”
The new, secure entrance is part of a district-wide overhaul to upgrade security in all school buildings.
The doors of all schools now are locked during school hours and are unlocked only by a button inside the secretary’s office after a visitor is identified.
“It’s functioning really well,” Schnellinger said. “The general community has done a good job of understanding why it’s here and why it’s necessary.”
The security doors are designed to prevent intruders and control access of visitors and students in the schools, Schnellinger said.
Source: Craig Daily Press
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