Secure Home Security Tips for September - Architecture and Design

Just as birds and flowers appear in spring, so do thieves. They look for vulnerable homes whose windows and doors are left open by owners hoping to enjoy fresh air or cool evening breezes.

With that in mind, crime prevention partners Crimsafe and Neighborhood Watch Australasia (NHWA) have a simple message for homeowners this safe September. Clean up the crime!

Now in its second year, the month-long initiative made home safety easier by combining security checks with similar home spring cleaning tasks, all with one goal in mind: improve your score.

From cleaning and checking projectors to tidying up the office to preventing identity theft, Every Day provided simple yet effective home cleaning and security tips via Crimsafe and NHWA's social media channels.

If you missed the daily Secure September Clean Up Crime tips and tricks on our social pages, read on.

All clean crime tips from Secure September 2022

• What's your safe score? Is your home as safe as it could be? Statistics show that many homes in Australia are vulnerable to burglary, theft or damage due to inadequate security measures. How secure is your house? Find out with our free online home security check .
• Clean your office. Delete your personal information. Clear out stacks of paper, bills and receipts that accumulate in the office or guest room. To prevent identity theft, properly destroy papers and documents containing personal information before throwing them in a dustbin.
• Clean up your shed. deter crime. Don't let your tools be among the tools that thieves use to break into your home. Put away and lock away your garden tools, ladders and equipment.
• keep dust away. Keep an inventory. As you dust, make a serial number list of valuables in the main areas of your home. In the event of theft, this simplifies the insurance process.
• Clean your windows. Check your windows. When thoroughly cleaning your windows, check how accessible they are from the outside. Are they safe in their frames? are they lockable Have you considered installing security screens?
• Keep your clothes safe. Keep the dirty thieves away. Spring cleaning means cleaning the cleaning ladies. As you clear out your washer, dryer and vacuum this safe September, take a moment to check your laundry room door — it's one of the most common entry points for thieves.
• Prune the trees. Remove their hiding places. Don't let your home become a jungle and overgrown trees provide places for thieves to hide. Make sure your front door and windows are visible from the street and keep criminals out.
• Take a good look outside. Feel safe inside. You want the front of your home to welcome guests but not provide an easy entrance for intruders. Make sure the front door and side doors are in good condition and secure.
• Clean your outdoor lamps. Look at the sensor lights. When cleaning your outdoor lights, consider installing smart or sensor lights to protect your home. If you already have them, check that they are in good condition and make sure the exits and entrances to your home are well lit.
• Scrub your bins. save her Remember that your garbage cans need to be cleaned regularly. While you're at it, make sure they're stored or chained to a fixed structure. Burglars often climb over garbage cans to get in through windows or fences.
• Protect your community. 87% of homeowners are not part of their local neighborhood watch group. Joining your local group can be a valuable source of information and can provide you with local connections and tips to keep your community safe.
• Reorganize closets. Registration of marks and models. When cleaning out your closets and lockers, be sure to write down the serial numbers, models, and descriptions of your stored valuables. This will help you locate stolen items and make an insurance claim.
• Where there's a window, there's a way. Did you know that 54% of homeowners do not have security grilles that meet Australian requirements? If you clean your curtains and blinds in the spring, make sure all your windows are well protected with security screens or locks to keep unwanted intruders out.
• Wash your security screens. Protect what protects you. When was the last time you washed your security screens? Regular cleaning of your screens improves airflow, removes deposits and contaminants, and ensures they perform at their best for years to come. Whatever security screens you have, the Crimsafe cleaning range will help you restore your screens to their former glory. Check the range here.
• Try the locks. Make sure you have one key for everyone. When cleaning your security screens, take the time to test your locks and make sure you have the correct keys to open all door and window locks. A single key for all partitions and doors is not only safe but also convenient.
• scrub your car Secure your car keys. Give your car an essential detail, inside and out. Then think about where you keep your car keys. Keep them out of sight, away from doors and the garage. Most cars are stolen from the house with their own keys.
• prevent dust accumulation. Preview a threat. Clean door frames and window tops - a damp cloth or microfiber cloth should do the trick. Check whether your main entrance is visible from the inside. Alternatively, you can add a peep hole to your door to see who is in front of your door before you open it. 61% of homeowners don't have a peephole and it's a simple and effective way to improve your safety rating.
• Get rid of unwanted items. Get rid of uninvited guests. Discard old appliances, bedding, clothing, exercise equipment, and toys. There are several charities that provide them with a second home. But don't throw them all away—leaving shoes, toys, or other small-value items out in the open is a great way to make it seem like you can go home at any time. 68% of homeowners don't leave their shoes on their doorstep, and it's an easy way to make it look like you're home.
• What are you cooking? not your house Definitely on the spring cleaning list: the oven. It might seem like a tall order, but here's a simple trick to make it easier: remove the door. Removing the door is relatively easy on most ovens. Speaking of cooking... test your smoke detectors. A networked smoke alarm with a 10-year solid battery provides whole-home protection.
• Clean cameras make intruders think twice. 56% of homeowners do not have security cameras. If you have them, great! Now it's time to clean them: dust off the lens, clean the cables and make sure they point to the inputs. Even if you don't have one, consider posting a warning sticker on your front fence so an intruder would think twice before entering your property.
• Menu of the day - Secure your kitchen. Dust the top of your kitchen cabinets, often a gathering point for dust and pests. In the kitchen, check to make sure your windows are secure. Do you have a service sliding window? Our range of sliding windows could be the perfect solution for you.
• Clean the dust. Light up your home. Ceiling fans tend to collect a lot of dust. Use a microfiber cloth and an old pillowcase to catch the dust instead of beating it down. Do you have light timers in your house? They're an easy way to make it seem like someone is home to turn on the lights. At night, the light can be enough to send a thief out onto the street.
• mailbox full? empty house. Clean up your inbox - delete old emails, unsubscribe from mailing lists and create rules to stay organized. Check your mailbox regularly. Don't let the mail accumulate, as many thieves see it as an opportunity to steal personal information. Leave? 31% of homeowners don't have their mail picked up when they're on vacation: A full mailbox is a sign that nobody is home.
• Retouch your door. Have a strong core. Repair and repair any scratches in the paint with some touch up paint from your local hardware store. At the same time, check that all your doors and windows are properly closed and make sure you have solid core doors to make your home difficult to enter. 11% of homeowners do not have all exterior doors with proper locks and 23% do not have solid core doors.
• Water the streets. Turn on the inputs. Exterior corridors pressure washed. Dirt and moss buildup can make them slippery. Make sure your home's main entrances/exits are well lit; After dark, check that the main entrances are adequately lit.
• Order your gutters, reduce your risk. Clear leaves and twigs from your gutters and drains. This will help prevent flooding and storm damage, as well as the spread of fire. Is your home prone to storm damage or in a wildfire region? Discover our range of dedicated screens that can protect your home in the event of an extreme weather event or bushfire.
• He's not as smart as you think. Clean up the yard, remove weeds and trim bushes around windows and doors. Outside, consider making a safe place for a spare key. 62% of homeowners don't have a spare key in a safe place and they can be of great use in an emergency. Don't hide it under floor mats, in adjacent window frames, around door frames, in artificial rocks or in your mailbox.
• There is safety in numbers . Have you ever thought about joining your local neighborhood watch group? Look for signs in your community or visit the Neighborhood Watch Australasia website to find a group near you.

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If you would like help with your home security, contact your nearest Crimsafe security system provider today for a free measurement and quote.

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