Garage and Home Options For Improved Security

Home and Garage Options for Improved Security in Your Novi Michigan Home

Moving into a house can be exciting, but putting safety measures in place to keep it protected and getting started with home security systems can seem a little daunting.

The good news is there are so many budget-friendly home security options available right now from DIY monitoring to smart locks. Here are some home and garage security options you can implement in your home; 

Home alarm system  

Did you know that a home without a security system is almost three times more likely to experience an intrusion? The best way to prevent a break-in is to invest in a high-performance alarm system, which will notify an independent security service of the break-in in progress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 

With an audible alarm and surveillance monitoring, your apartment or house will be protected from any intrusion by someone who does not have the alarm disarming code. This alarm can be linked to a connected camera.

When the alarm is activated, the monitoring center attempts to contact you by telephone to verify that there is no error or mishandling. If no one answers, the remote monitoring service can trigger the intervention of a security guard at your home

1- Security lights:

Proper lights inside and outside your home can keep criminals at bay. Install lights near doors, windows, and other places a thief may try to enter. Be sure to use an indoor lamp on a timer when you're away from home, this will fool the thieves that you’ve home.

2- Professional Security systems

Professional security systems are relatively more expensive than most of the other ways suggested here to keep your home secure. Not only do they cost more, but the installation and maintenance of the systems are also factors that increase the price. If you have the budget though, home security systems are undoubtedly an essential step in turning your home into a burglar-proof fortress. Listed by priority, here are the best security systems to install to protect your home:

3. Smart Home Security Systems

Smart home security systems have evolved significantly in recent years, offering homeowners more control, convenience, and protection than ever before. These systems integrate seamlessly with other smart devices and provide real-time updates, helping you monitor and secure your property from virtually anywhere. Today’s smart security systems are wireless, scalable, and easy to control via apps. Features often include:

• AI-powered motion detection
• Facial recognition
• Two-way audio through cameras
• Remote control via app, Alexa, or Google Assistant
• Look for systems that support geofencing, which arms/disarms your system based on your phone’s location.

5- Window Security

Windows are the second most common break-in points and should be secured accordingly.

• Install window locks - Window locks can be compromised quite easily and are generally not up to most home insurers' standards. Make sure you have keyed window locks installed on all your windows.
• Apply window security film to your widows – This will help prevent them from breaking in and also protect you from any risk of shards of glass if the window breaks. 
• Reinforced Glass –The glass in a standard window can usually be replaced with this type of glass that is more difficult to break.
• Add Security Grilles - Security bars are the best way to protect your windows from burglars.

6- Install a Smart Garage Door Opener

One of the ways to secure your garage door, and hence your home, is to install a smart door opener. A smart opener is suitable if you often forget to close your garage door. With your smartphone, you can lock or unlock the door. This device has an app that is synchronized with your smartphone to get an alert notification whenever your door is open.

Conclusion

Implementing the above measures can significantly increase the safety and security of your home. As you may have noticed, some of the measures can be pricy, so if you’re on a tight budget, start with the basics –like installing deadbolt locks, for example.  If you wanting to improve security in your garage contact a professional garage door service.