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You’ve seen target hardening discussed as a way to stop break-ins, but you might be thinking about how it’s applicable to your Dover home. Read more about this crime-reduction method and see how the leaders in home security at ADT can help you implement it. 

What Exactly Is Target Hardening?

A popular theory in criminology originating in the 1970s, target hardening simply suggests that criminal actions will decrease when chances to commit crime are minimized. In other words, if a target seems like too much work or risk, potential offenders will simply pass it by. Target hardening is about making your property less inviting to criminals by utilizing visible, layered home security measures.

Ways To Make Your Dover Home Less Of A Target

Criminals, like others, will opt for the path with the lowest risk. Your challenge is to give them pause about coming near your property. But what do you need to do? Follow these tips:

Noticeable Deterrents Are The Initial Layer Of Protection

Home security signs and video cameras let trespassers know you have protection in place. Surveillance is one of the most reliable deterrents, as no intruder wants to be recorded in the act. ADT has advanced exterior and doorbell cameras with night vision, high-def imaging, and AI-powered smart detection.

Don’t Leave Any Dark Corners

A properly illuminated house is much less inviting to burglars. Brighten up dark corners around your home, and install accent lights near fences, tree lines, hedges, and other spots where intruders might conceal themselves. You can even have interior lights illuminate automatically if a camera detects questionable activity outside.

Opt For Whole-Home Protection

You need a layered approach, which means backing up your video cameras and yard signs with door and window sensors, motion detectors, and a working alarm. ADT can defend every access point, including the garage.

Improve Your Physical Defenses

Check that all window locks work, and always use a deadbolt on the primary entrance. Think about reinforcing door frames, and insert a security bar in the lower track of your sliding door to stop intruders if the lock is bypassed.

Maintain An Unobstructed View From Windows

Large trees, hedges, and overgrown bushes are useful cover for trespassers who wish to remain concealed from view. Confirm that you can see clearly to all areas of your property by cutting back greenery near windows. A clean, cared-for landscape tells prowlers that they are better off moving on.

Why Protect Your Dover Home With ADT?

Shielding American families for over a century and a half, ADT is the top name in home security. With a reputation for 24-7 service and rapid response times from experienced professionals, ADT boasts the most monitoring centers of any provider. You’ll enjoy the peace of mind and the state-of-the-art tools like Google Nest cameras. 

Secure Your Dover Home With Secure24 Alarm Systems

Ready to strengthen your home’s defense? Choose a fully integrated ADT security system from Secure24 Alarm Systems. As your local, authorized ADT dealer, we offer top-notch equipment from the leader in home security. See how we can bolster your security by placing a call to (302) 238-1722 or filling out our form today.