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On vacation? Here's how to keep burglars out!

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Many people think burglars strike mainly at night, but did you know that most burglaries actually occur during the day? Often this happens through an open window or door. So, how do you make sure your home is safe when you are enjoying your well-deserved vacation?

The fear of burglary during the summer vacations, at 27.5 percent, is slightly higher than the fear during the holidays, 15.2 percent, and the winter vacations, 10.6 percent.

Tips from Alpina

At Alpina, we know how important it is to properly secure your home, especially when you're on vacation. Fortunately, making your home burglar-proof doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. Here are a few practical and fun tips to keep your home safe.

Smart planting

Choose lower plantings to keep your home visible. Tall shrubs can serve as hiding places for burglars.

Hide valuables

Store valuable items such as smartphones and laptops out of sight. This will make your home less attractive to burglars.

Make the house look inhabited

Ask neighbors to keep an eye out and make your home appear lived in. Make sure no pile of mail or closed curtains suggest an empty house.

Choose quality locks

Good locks are essential and make breaking in much more difficult. Make sure the locks comply with the Police Mark Secure Living.

Make use of technology

Use an app to control lights and music or set timers for the lights. This will make your home seem lived in, even when you are away.

Mark your possessions

Mark valuables with your name and address and take pictures of them. This helps with retrieval and insurance claims.

More tips from Alpina

Furthermore, we have compiled a handy list of burglary tips to help you better secure your home. You can find these tips at the following link: Burglary Tips.

Test your knowledge!

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Follow these tips and go on vacation with peace of mind knowing that your home is properly secured.