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You’ve come across target hardening as a way to deter burglaries, but you might be wondering how to apply it to your own Auburn home. Learn more about this crime-prevention approach and discover how the home security leaders at ADT can help you implement it. 

Understanding Target Hardening

A well-known theory in criminology dating back to the 1970s, target hardening is a belief that criminal activity will abate when opportunities to commit crime are reduced. In other words, if a target seems like too high of a risk, prospective burglars will simply move on. Target hardening is about making your property less attractive to criminals by using visible, layered home security tools.

Ways To Make Your Auburn Home Less Of A Target

Criminals, like many people, will choose the road of least resistance. Your goal is to give them pause about setting foot on your property. But how do you accomplish this? Adhere to these tips:

Visible Deterrents Are The Opening Layer Of Protection

Outdoor cameras and home security signage let prowlers know you have protection. Surveillance is among the most reliable deterrents, as no thief wants to be seen breaking in. ADT has advanced exterior and doorbell cameras with night vision, high-definition imaging, and smart detection.

Shine A Light On The Situation

A properly illuminated house is much less appealing to potential thieves. Illuminate darker spots around your home, and install accent lights near fencing, tree lines, hedges, and other places where trespass might conceal themselves. You could even have inside lights switch on automatically if a camera detects questionable activity outside.

Opt For Whole-Home Protection

You need a multi-layered plan, which means supplementing your cameras and yard signs with door and window sensors, motion detectors, and a working alarm. ADT can help secure every entrance, including your garage.

Don’t Forget About The Basics

Check that all window locks work, and always use a deadbolt lock on the front door. Look into reinforcing the door frames, and use a metal bar in the bottom track of your sliding door to prevent entry if the lock is circumvented.

Maintain An Unobstructed View

Hedges, large bushes, and trees are preferred by trespassers who wish to stay concealed from view. Ensure that you can see clearly to all parts of your property by pruning greenery close to windows. A clean, properly maintained landscape informs prospective thieves that they should look elsewhere.

Why Defend Your Auburn Home With ADT?

Shielding American families for over 150 years, ADT is the most trusted name in home security. Known for 24-7 service and rapid response times from experienced professionals, ADT has more monitoring locations than any competitor. You’ll appreciate the reassurance and the industry-leading components like Google Nest cameras. 

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