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You’ve come across target hardening as a way to prevent break-ins, but you might be curious how it applies to your own Detroit home. Learn more about this crime-reducing strategy and see how the leaders in home security at ADT can help you implement it. 

What Is Target Hardening?

A well-known theory in criminology dating back to the 1970s, target hardening makes the case that criminal behavior will abate when opportunities to commit crime are reduced. In other words, if a target feels like too much risk or effort, potential thieves will just move on. Target hardening involves making your residence less attractive to criminals by utilizing visible, layered home security measures.

How To Make Your Detroit Home Less Of A Target

Would-be-offenders, like many people, will choose the road of least resistance. Your job is to give them pause about approaching your property. But how do you accomplish this? Follow these tips:

Noticeable Deterrents Are The Initial Layer Of Protection

Home security signs and video cameras let would-be burglars know you have protection in place. Surveillance is among the most powerful deterrents, as no criminal wants to be seen breaking in. ADT has cutting-edge outdoor and doorbell cameras with night vision, high-def imaging, and AI-driven smart detection.

Light Up Your Property

A brightly lit house is much less appealing to burglars. Lighten dark areas around your house, and install accent lights near tree lines, hedges, and fencing, and other places where prowlers might conceal themselves. You could even have inside lights illuminate automatically if a video camera detects questionable activity near your house.

Implement Whole-Home Protection

You need a comprehensive plan, which means supplementing your video cameras and yard signs with entry-point sensors, motion sensors, and a loud alarm. ADT can protect every access point, including the largest one, your garage.

Address Physical Security Measures

Confirm that all windows secure properly, and always use a deadbolt on your main entry. Think about reinforcing the door frames, and place a metal bar in the bottom track of your sliding door to block entry if the lock is bypassed.

Keep A Clear Sightline

Overgrown bushes, trees, and hedges are friends to strangers who wish to remain out of view. Confirm that you can easily see all parts of your property by cutting back greenery next to windows. A tidy, cared-for landscape tells prospective thieves that they are better off moving on.

Why Secure Your Detroit Home With ADT?

Safeguarding American families for over a century and a half, ADT is the top name in home security. Recognized for 24-hour service and fast response times from dedicated professionals, ADT has more monitoring stations than any competitor. You’ll appreciate the peace of mind and the industry-leading tools like Google Nest surveillance cameras. 

Better Protect Your Detroit Home With Secure24 Alarm Systems

Ready to make your home less of a target? Choose a fully integrated ADT security system from Secure24 Alarm Systems. As your local, authorized ADT dealer, we offer modern equipment from the top name in home security. Learn how we can upgrade your security by placing a call to (313) 306-4352 or filling out our form today.