| It is possible for you to make changes to your | | | | You can also install motion sensor devices in these |
| landscaping that adds value to your security without | | | | hedges. This will let you be aware if there is |
| appearing to have done so. Often times it only takes | | | | someone hiding in the hedges. The hedge can |
| some minor alterations to what you've already got to | | | | camouflage the security device making it hard to be |
| improve your security quite effectively. | | | | seen and avoid by burglars. |
| Burglars do not usually invade any property, but | | | | It is best to have plants near your window. This can |
| instead look for homes that they think can be easily | | | | hide the magnet sensors and glass break sensors |
| compromised by just disabling the security system. | | | | preventing burglars from tampering them. However, |
| Because landscaping is done for beauty and not for | | | | do not let the plants grow tall enough that it can |
| security, a well adorned lawn and backyard will not | | | | block the view of your window. |
| arouse a suspicion that there are security devices in | | | | For two storey houses, see to it that there are no |
| it. | | | | possible entry points in the second floor. Trees that |
| A burglar will often assess the available hiding spaces | | | | are near windows and verandas can be used as a |
| on a property. A perfect example would be tall | | | | ladder for burglars. It is best to prune the tree |
| hedges - from behind a tall hedge they can conduct | | | | branches that are near the house. |
| their covert surveillance and lay in wait for the right | | | | In addition, you may install a wireless camera up the |
| moment to make their entry. | | | | tree. Since the camera is located high up in the tree, |
| If you have such hedges on your property, it might | | | | you can have a nice wide view of your lawn and it |
| be a good idea to pull out the trimmer and cut them | | | | cannot be easily detected. If you have a trellis that |
| down a bit. It is a balancing act here between | | | | can support a man, you may want to remove it |
| maintaining your privacy, and reducing the | | | | because thieves can use it as a ladder. |
| attractiveness of your property as a potential target. | | | | |