Friday, August 14, 2026

3 Home Security Mistakes Burglars Notice First

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3 Home Security Mistakes Burglars Notice First
What you need to know
  • What’s the first thing a burglar notices about a house?
  • It’s usually not a fancy alarm—it’s the easy stuff you forgot to fix
  • If your door has a weak strike plate, short screws, or a loose deadbolt, it can be an easy target

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What’s the first thing a burglar notices about a house? It’s usually not a fancy alarm—it’s the easy stuff you forgot to fix. [Quick cuts: front door, dark driveway, open window]

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Start with the front door. If your door has a weak strike plate, short screws, or a loose deadbolt, it can be an easy target. Upgrade the hardware, and use 3-inch screws in the strike plate. [Close-up of door hardware being reinforced]

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Next, check your windows. An unlocked window, even on the second floor, is an open invitation. Add simple window locks or pins, and make sure sliding windows can’t lift out of the track. [Hands locking windows, sliding track close-up]

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