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9 Surprising Ways to Keep Burglars Away From Your Home

June 6, 2023 · 9 min read
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8. Replace the Front Door

This home security tip requires more money and skill than the rest mentioned above—but it’s well worth it. Just think that a weak front door poses a threat to your house’s safety, and burglars don’t think twice about breaking in.

This being said, you’ll want to protect your house with a steel core door or another type of security door instead of a classic wooden one. If you can’t afford to buy a new door, then replace the lockset you have with a long-throw deadbolt.

Step up the game and boost your home’s security by installing a smart doorbell, which allows you to see who’s standing in front of your door without opening it.

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