Homes that lack appropriate security measures are the most vulnerable to break-ins, vandalism, and other crimes. When potential intruders, thieves, or criminals target properties, they look for a few specific and easily accessible entry points. Several homeowners remain careless and negligent about home security, making their property an attractive and easy target of burglars.
While looking to minimize the likelihood of someone gaining unauthorized access to the home, it is essential to identify the weak entry points and take proactive steps to ensure they are adequately secured and guarded.
This article highlights the most vulnerable entry points that burglars commonly use to sneak their way into a home.
Front door
Homeowners are not the only ones to get into the home using the front door. It is most often used by criminals too. More than 30% of home invasions or break-ins occur through the front door, making it the most vulnerable entry point of a house. Several homeowners hide their keys under the doormat or in and behind a flower pot. It is easy for burglars, who surveil a home for a few days before breaking in, to know about the possible key hiding places. Also, if the door is old and weak, it is simple to knock it down by kicking it, picking the lock, or remove a few hinges to gain access. There is no shortage of instances where people forgot to lock the front door, making it simple for the burglars to stroll in.
Back and sliding door
Back doors also make an enticing entry point for intruders either looking to gain unobserved access to the house or found the front door too strong and difficult to break. Breaking into back doors or sliding glass doors is simple as they are hidden and offer criminals enough time to try and open them. Sliding glass doors are specifically more vulnerable as they are easily smashable, have standard easy to open locks, and it is simple to lift them off their tracks using basic tools.
Garage
es also make for one of the most vulnerable entry points for a home. They are used as a primary entrance in most homes and store several expensive objects, tools, and equipment, and also have a connecting secondary door leading to the house that often remains unlocked. When a burglar breaks into a garage door, it usually gives them undisturbed access to the rest of the house. Most homeowners feel their garage door is secure, but the truth is, it is not and makes for an easy access point for unwanted guests.
Windows
Not many homeowners care to secure their windows. However, burglars frequently take advantage of the basement, first floor, or second-floor windows to enter a home when they fail to do so through a door. Every home window is vulnerable to break-ins, especially if they are without bars or other security features. Open unlatched windows or weak locks offer a perfect access opportunity.
Every homeowner remains concerned about keeping their home safe and protecting it from any untoward incidents. Securing these major vulnerable entry points ensures that the family and the valuables remain protected. While installing sturdy doors and windows, using various home security systems like smart locks, sensor lights, cameras, and alarm systems are effective home security systems, security screens for windows and doors offer unparalleled protection.
They are highly effective in preventing break-ins and offer better security than regular doors and windows. The screens are made from stainless steel mesh and are tough to cut, puncture, or pierce and provide reliable protection. Contact a professional to install screen windows and doors to secure the vulnerable entry points of the home.
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