Home Security
by Chris E McGoey, CPP, CSP, CAM Lighting Interior lighting is necessary to show signs of life and activity inside a residence at night. A darken home night-after-night sends the message to burglars that you are away on a trip. Light timers are inexpensive and can be found everywhere. They should be used on a […]
Home Security Part II
by Chris E McGoey, CPP, CSP, CAM Sliding-Glass Patio Doors Sliding glass doors are secured by latches not locks. They are vulnerable to being forced open from the outside because of these inherently defective latch mechanisms. This can be easily be prevented by inserting a wooden dowel or stick into the track thus preventing or […]
Home Security Part I
by Chris E McGoey, CPP, CSP, CAM Your home is your castle…or is it? Is your home really safe once you leave for work or school? Your home is considered a sanctuary where you should feel safe. Your home is the only environment where you have control over who can get close to you or […]