If you reside in a crime-prone area, you may be wondering how you can go about deterring would-be burglars from breaking into your home, and reducing the number of claims you need to make against your Illinois home insurance. You may decide there are a number of ways to help secure your home, including installing a recommended burglar alarm, putting in better locks, and strengthening your doors and windows. However, one way to help improve security is to increase your home’s visibility to neighbors and passersby.
Most thieves prefer to work in situations where they can’t be seen. However, houses are often vacant during the day when the occupants are out working or at school. The burglar may then look for a house where the entrances cannot be seen from the street or by neighbors. It makes sense to remove tree branches and shrubs from around the doors and windows since this will increase visibility and lessen the likelihood of a break in.
Whatever protective measures you take, you may still end up being the victim of a burglary. This is why it is important to make sure your Illinois home insurance is adequate to meet your coverage needs. Talk to us for further details!
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