03/25/2026
Thank you .tv and the Safety Team for your unwavering commitment to informing the public about how to remain safe!
Not every homeowner has the ability to invest in professional security services, but everyone can take smart, practical steps to reduce risk.
As a consultant for a leading home-estate security company, .threat.solutions , I encourage a “layered deterrence” approach:
• Keep doors/windows locked at all times—even when home
• Keep garage doors closed • Install motion activated flood lights that are paired with visible cameras (even basic systems help) • Use timers on lights or leave a light on when away to create the appearance of occupancy • Keep landscaping trimmed to provide clean lines of sight • Secure valuables in a bolted safe, off-site, or in clever hiding space • Post visible alarm/dog signage where appropriate• Build sense of community with neighbors
Most burglaries are crimes of opportunity. The goal is simple: make your home a harder target.
Prevention doesn’t require perfection - just consistency.