Home Security Checklist

Entry Security

• Install deadbolt locks on all exterior doors
• Secure windows with locks or security bars
• Install a security alarm system
• Set up outdoor lighting with motion sensors
• Keep valuable items out of sight from windows

• Trim bushes and trees near entrances to improve visibility
• Use timers for indoor lights when away
• Install a peephole or smart doorbell camera
• Ensure all doors and windows are locked at night
• Use gravel or pebbles as a noise deterrent in pathways
• Keep garage doors closed and locked
• Install a fence around the property for added privacy
• Secure sliding doors with a rod or lock

Surveillance

• Use security cameras around the property
• Use a professional monitoring service for alarms

Community Engagement

• Create a neighborhood watch program
• Watch for suspicious activity in the neighborhood

Maintenance

• Keep a record of serial numbers for valuables
• Avoid sharing vacation plans on social media
• Consider a safe for important documents and valuables
• Change locks when moving into a new home
• Store ladders and tools in a locked shed

Emergency Preparedness

• Educate family members about security protocols
• Check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors regularly
• Have an emergency plan and contact list
• Educate children on how to respond to strangers