Get motion sensors5 of 11Adequate nighttime illumination is critical, because a dark or poorly lit property makes it easier for a burglar to go about unseen."The best deterrent for crime and therefore safety for your home and family is to install motion-sensing security," says Glenn Dopfel, exterior lighting merchant at Home Depot. "Motion-sensing security lights are ... activated when motion is detected and the sudden change from darkness to the bright light will not only startle intruders, but also provide a visual alert to the homeowner and neighbors." Related Articles:Dogs on insurance blacklistInsurance is going greenWays to avoid storm costsReassess homeowners policyRelated Links:6 unsung insurance policiesHosting a party? Insure it7 facts about COBRAInsuring your vacant home advertisement
Adequate nighttime illumination is critical, because a dark or poorly lit property makes it easier for a burglar to go about unseen.
"The best deterrent for crime and therefore safety for your home and family is to install motion-sensing security," says Glenn Dopfel, exterior lighting merchant at Home Depot. "Motion-sensing security lights are ... activated when motion is detected and the sudden change from darkness to the bright light will not only startle intruders, but also provide a visual alert to the homeowner and neighbors."