Many people believe their homes are safe and secure, unless it is broken into by a burglar then that sense of security is shattered. Two-out-of-three burglaries in 1998 were to residential homes, according to the US Department of Justice. According to the FBI, the average loss for a residential burglary in 1998 was $1,299. By following A few home safety steps, you can increase the security of your home, protecting your family and valuables.
Begin by protecting the outside of your home and yard, since it is where the burglar starts. …
