How To Keep Your Charleston Home Secure While You’re On Vacation
In this blog entry, the professional Charleston locksmith team here at Charleston Locksmith Pro will detail some essential security tips for homeowners who are on vacation.
Security Tips for Charleston Homeowners on Vacation
- Tell neighbors about travel plans and ask them to regularly check your property while you are away
- Exchange phone numbers with neighbors to stay connected in event of any emergencies or concerns
- Ask neighbors to water plants or take care of pets if necessary
- Lock all entry points, doors, and windows
- Make sure to lock garage doors
- Add a security bar or lock to sliding doors
- Inspect lock quality to make sure they are working
- Consider upgrading to smart locks for extra safety
- Automatic lighting creates the illusion that somebody is home, deterring potential burglars
- Install smart cameras for real-time monitoring and positioning on vulnerable areas of your property
- Choose cameras with motion detection, night vision, and two-way audio features for extra functionality
- Select strategic points for camera placement like driveways and entry points
- Install cameras at a height that’s both out of reach but allows for a clear view
- Put lights on timers, pause mail delivery, and keep your lawn well maintained to create a lived-in appearance
- Program lights to turn on and off based on regular habits
- Use smartphones to control lights from everywhere, providing your flexibility
- Integrate itching with other smart devices
- Create randomized lighting patterns to make it less obvious that the house is empty
- Consider using smart plugs that can be controlled remotely for extra flexibility
- Arrange for plant watering and pet care through friends and/or neighbors
