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You’ve come across target hardening as a way to deter burglaries, but you might be wondering how it’s applicable to your own Birmingham home. Learn more about this crime-reducing strategy and see how the home security leaders at ADT can help you improve your defense. 

What Exactly Is Target Hardening?

A well-known theory in criminology rooted in the 1970s, target hardening is a belief that criminal activity will decrease when opportunities for crime are limited. In other words, if a target seems like too much risk or effort, potential offenders will just look elsewhere. Target hardening is about making your residence less attractive to criminals by using visible security components in a layered approach.

How To Make Your Birmingham Home Less Of A Target

Would-be-offenders, like many people, will follow the path with the lowest risk. Your challenge is to give them second thoughts about setting foot on your property. But how do you do so? Adhere to these guidelines:

Observable Deterrents Are The First Layer Of Protection

Video cameras and security signage let trespassers know you are protected. Surveillance is among the most effective deterrents, as no thief wants to be caught in the act. ADT has state-of-the-art exterior and doorbell cameras with high-def imaging, smart detection, and night vision.

Light Up Your Property

A properly illuminated house is much less attractive to criminals. Illuminate darker spots around your house, and add accent lights near tree lines, fencing, hedges, and other spots where intruders might hide. You could even have interior lights turn on automatically if a surveillance device discovers unusual activity outdoors.

Opt For Whole-Home Protection

You need a comprehensive strategy, which means reinforcing your surveillance and yard displays with door and window sensors, motion detectors, and a functioning alarm. ADT can defend every entrance, including the garage.

Don’t Ignore The Basics

Check that all windows lock properly, and always use a deadbolt lock on the front door. Consider reinforcing the door frames, and insert a metal bar in the lower track of your sliding door to block entry if the lock is bypassed.

Maintain A Clear Sightline

Overgrown bushes, trees, and hedges are preferred by trespassers who wish to stay out of view. Confirm that you can easily see all parts of your property by pruning greenery next to windows. A clean, well-maintained landscape signals to potential thieves that they are better off moving on.

Why Defend Your Birmingham Home With ADT?

Shielding American families for over 150 years, ADT is the top name in home security. Known for 24-7 service and fast response times from trained professionals, ADT boasts the most monitoring centers of any security provider. You’ll appreciate the reassurance and the industry-leading tools like Google Nest video cameras. 

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