Home Security Tips For Summertime

Summer is a time filled with barbecues, vacations, and pool parties. With all of the activities this season brings, it's easy to lose sight of important things -- like home security. Here are four home security tips to keep your home safe and secure during this warm season.

1. Be watchful during block parties.

Summer can be a great time to form new friendships. You may have neighbors over for a party in your yard, or your child may invite friends over to play. While you want to be friendly and inviting, you also want to be a bit watchful when you have lesser-known friends or acquaintances over for a party. If someone needs to go in to use the restroom, accompany them into your home. And keep your home doors locked while you're busy at the party and not paying close attention to the doors. 

2. Lock the windows when you leave.

You're bound to open windows to let air flow into your home from time to time. But before you leave the home, whether for a few hours or for a weekend, make sure you close the windows again. This way, you don't have to worry about someone breaking in through an unlocked window while you're gone. If you have old windows that no longer lock securely, consider replacing or repairing them.

3. Install or update your security system.

If you do not have a security system yet, this is a great time to install one. Today's security systems integrate with your smartphone so you can always see who is at your front door or who might be breaking in. A security system comes in really handy when you're gone on a summer vacation; you can leave and still be confident that your home is safe.

4. Be careful with your social media updates.

Summer is the time of concerts, parties, and other activities outside the home. When you're away from home, be careful not to post about it on social media until you are home. You never know who may be following your social media, waiting for you to post that you're outside of the home so they can break in.

With the tips above, you can keep your home safer and more secure all summer. Reach out to a security company like All Pro Security for more advice. They can tell you about the recent advances in security technology and how they may help you. 

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