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You’ve come across target hardening as a way to prevent burglaries, but you might be curious how it’s applicable to your own Milwaukee home. Learn more about this crime-reducing method and see how the home security leaders at ADT can help you put it in place. 

What Is Target Hardening?

An established theory in criminology dating back to the 1970s, target hardening makes the case that criminal activity will decline when opportunities for crime are reduced. In other words, if a target feels like too high of a risk, prospective burglars will simply move on. Target hardening is about making your residence less inviting to criminals by using observable security components in a layered approach.

Making Your Milwaukee Home Less Of A Target

Prowlers, like other people, will follow the road that looks the easiest. Your goal is to give them pause about approaching your property. But what should you do? Follow these tips:

Make Your Security Hard To Miss

Outdoor cameras and home security signage let trespassers know you are protected. Surveillance is among the most powerful deterrents, as no intruder wants to be seen breaking in. ADT has state-of-the-art exterior and doorbell cameras with night vision, AI-powered smart detection, and high-definition imaging.

Don’t Leave Any Dark Corners

A well-lit house is much less inviting to burglars. Lighten darker spots around your home, and install accent lights near tree lines, fencing, hedges, and other areas where trespass might conceal themselves. You might even have interior lights switch on automatically if a camera finds questionable activity outdoors.

Opt For Whole-Home Protection

You need a multi-layered strategy, which means reinforcing your video cameras and yard signs with entry-point sensors, motion detectors, and a functioning alarm. ADT can defend every entrance, including the largest one, your garage.

Don’t Ignore The Basics

Ensure that all window locks work, and always use a deadbolt latch on the front door. Look into reinforcing the door frames, and insert a security bar in the floor track of your sliding door to prevent entry if the lock is bypassed.

Maintain A Clear View From Windows

Hedges, large bushes, and trees are preferred by criminals who want to stay concealed from view. Make sure you can see all areas of your property by trimming greenery close to windows. A tidy, well-maintained landscape signals to prospective thieves that they are better off moving on.

Why Secure Your Milwaukee Home With ADT?

Safeguarding American families for more than 150 years, ADT is the leading name in home security. Recognized for round-the-clock service and fast response times from trained professionals, ADT has more monitoring centers than any competitor. You’ll value the peace of mind and the industry-leading tools like Google Nest cameras. 

Better Protect Your Milwaukee Home With Secure24 Alarm Systems

Ready to strengthen your home’s defense? Choose a whole-home ADT security system from Secure24 Alarm Systems. As your local, authorized ADT dealer, we offer top-of-the-line equipment from the top name in home security. See how we can bolster your security by dialing (414) 376-0805 or filling out our form today.