After spending several weeks shopping for the right safe and some other security essentials, it made sense to post about it. Wouldn’t you agree?
Every home has an array of safety features that, by law, needs to be installed. Still, there are even more items that you can get installed or keep in your home to get you one step ahead of accidents or criminal activity.
Installing smart home security features could ultimately save your life. Here are just a few items that every homeowner or tenant should have installed or stored in a safe place for when an emergency arises, and action needs to be taken.
Security System Essentials
Security is one of the primary necessities of any household; no matter where you live, there is always a threat of crime. Hiring a security company to install a security system in and around your property is an invaluable decision.
The most effective home security system should include intruder alarms, CCTV cameras, smoke detectors, and motion sensors. Be sure also to consider a security company that provides surveillance monitoring and 27/7 call-out assistance. You should be provided with a panic button or smartphone app that you can use in the event of a break-in.
Another important aspect of security is the use of locksmith tools. Locksmith tools are used to install and maintain locks, keys, and other security-related devices. Some of the most common locksmith tools include lock picks, key cutters, and lock bumping tools. With the help of these tools, locksmiths can ensure that a property’s locks and keys are working correctly and provide an added layer of protection against unauthorized access.
Self-Defense Weapons
Investing in non-lethal self-defense weapons to stop an intruder can be considerably safer than being unarmed in the event of a break-in where your life could be threatened. Make sure to follow local laws as to which equipment is allowed to be used for self defense.
Getting yourself a stun gun or taser that can be taken with you almost anywhere you go can be an excellent way to stop an intruder without causing any lethal harm.
If used correctly, pepper spray can bring a tough intruder to their knees if sprayed directly at their eyes. Perhaps you could also invest in something called a tactical pen, which can shoot an enemy with a dart that will immobilize the intruder.
Another option is a nonlethal gun. These guns carry pepper balls which, once shot at the intruder, will make a small cloud of gas and quickly immobilize an intruder and give you enough time to call the authorities or get out of the situation.
Bolted Safe For Valuables
It is possible to get a home safe that looks like a photo frame or one that can be bolted securely on the wall where valuable belongings can be stored safely.
A safe or vault can also be hidden in cupboards or even behind your bathroom cabinet; there are also new vaults that can be permanently attached, and if the intruder tries to move it or damage it, an alarm will be sent out to the authorities.
Investing in a safe or vault is essential if you have precious items that no amount of money could ever replace.
Final Thoughts
Whether you are a first-time homeowner, a tenant, or you own multiple properties, everyone wants to have a safe home, and it can be stressful knowing that there are areas in your home that can be easy for criminals to get in.
In certain situations, self-defense will be needed. Still, it is best to get professional advice and assistance to make it harder for a criminal to enter your home.
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