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Victims of burglary report the experience can shatter a person’s sense of security. Break-ins have been declining since the early 1990s, perhaps in part because homeowners are better informed about how to prevent the crime.
Taking a few simple precautions can dramatically reduce the risks of an intruder gaining access to your home.
Believe it or not, it’s often the simplest and most obvious precautions that homeowners tend to forget and which burglars tend to exploit. Maybe you’ve lived on the same street for decades and doubt it could ever happen to you. Maybe you’re in a rush and skip the usual routine.
Whatever the situation, you should always lock your doors and windows when you go out. Keep close track of any spare keys that exist. Do you know where they are? Do you trust who has them?
Here are a few more common sense tips to minimize the chances of a break-in:
Fool burglars by making your home look occupied all the time.
The average burglar will spend no more than four to five minutes trying to break into a residence. Keep your property safe by making your home an inconvenient mark.
Extended vacations can change the look of your home and thieves can often see those changes. If you’re going to be away, take measures to make your home appear to still be occupied.
Protecting yourself against break-ins goes both ways. Just as you rely on them, your neighbours rely on you to keep the whole neighbourhood safe. What can you do?
These tips are provided for information and prevention purposes only. They are general in nature, and Desjardins Insurance cannot be held liable for them. We recommend using caution and consulting an expert for comprehensive, tailored advice.
Desjardins Insurance refers to Certas Home and Auto Insurance Company, underwriter of automobile and property insurance or Desjardins Financial Security Life Assurance Company, underwriter of life insurance and living benefits products.