5 Home Security Myths Debunked
There are many myths about robberies and home security. Many of these are because of movies and stereotypes, while others are simply understandable misconceptions. Here are a few of them.
Myth #1: Most Robberies Happen In the Dead of Night
Somewhat surprisingly, most robberies occur in broad daylight. Why? Because most thieves know that homes are most likely to be totally empty in the middle of the day, when you and your family are at work or school.
Myth #2: Security Systems Don’t Do Much Good
We’ve all seen movies where a high-security mansion is broken into by skilled criminals. In the films, alarms, safes, and cameras do little good as the robbers skillfully disable them.
But in reality, thieves generally aren’t able to overcome security systems. They’re looking to make some quick cash, and even the most simple of alarm systems can be enough to discourage your average thief.
Myth #3: Security Alarms Can Be Disabled By Simply Cutting Power Lines
If this is a concern of yours, all you have to do is make sure that the security system you choose, such as Miami’s ADT home security, has a backup power source. The high-tech systems made today generally have batteries or other power sources which they will instantly revert to if the main power source is cut off for some reason.
Myth #4: My Neighborhood is Safe
Your neighbors can’t watch your house constantly. Even if they could, they can’t see all sides of it at once! And if your neighborhood is a low-crime area, thieves know that your probably aren’t suspecting a robbery, and therefore might not be prepared to guard against one. This can make your home even more attractive to them.
Myth #5: I Don’t Have Anything Worth Stealing
Sure, you might not have any piles of diamond jewelry or cash laying around, but that doesn’t mean that a robber won’t be able to find anything of value. Electronics, appliances, unopened bottles of pills, and even the copper wiring in your air conditioning unit can be grabbed and resold to make the thief a quick buck. If you live in the Miami area, contact ADT Miami to make sure your home and belongings are safe and secure.
