Perimeter

• Secure doors, windows, fences, and yards
• Use good fences as a first barrier
• Add smart lights to remove cover
• Make cameras visible to deter intruders

Access Control

• Lock every door and window
• Install smart locks and keypads
• Monitor all entry points
• Grant access only to people you trust

Alarms

• Use loud alarms to scare intruders
• Enable instant alerts to your phone
• Arm the system every time you leave
• Act on every notification immediately

Surveillance

• Run cameras and sensors around the clock
• Cover all entry points and blind spots
• Check the feeds from anywhere
• Review footage and alerts regularly

Lighting

• Install motion-activated lights outside
• Light driveways, sides, and backyards
• Remove hiding spots near the house
• Make the home less appealing at night

Cover Every Angle

• Add window and door open sensors
• Secure the garage, the second-largest entry
• Use gates and landscaping as defense
• Place outdoor cameras at all approaches

Smart Habits

• Lock doors and windows every time
• Automate schedules for lights and locks
• Secure your Wi-Fi network
• Keep spare keys limited and hidden

Have A Plan

• Know what to do in an emergency
• Know who to call and when
• Run the security checklist routinely
• Test cameras, locks, and alarms