Crime Prevention Tip of the Month

June 2006
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Greetings!

Welcome to the Crime Prevention Tip of the Month. First, a little about me. I'm a working Police Officer in my thirtieth year with a major North American Police Service. I've been involved in Crime Prevention for 9 years and specialize in CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design). In fact, I instruct other officers in this at the Police College. In my position as Crime Prevention Officer, I consult with homeowners, businesses and developers in their attempt to design out crime.

I am delighted to contribute to Mr. Goodbar's website. I firmly believe that physical security is the best kind of security because it leaves no question in the mind of the criminal as to the premise's level of protection. In my opinion, the use of window bars is the next best visual deterrent to having a Police Officer standing on your lawn.

House Sitters Can Provide Peace of Mind
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Planning an extended summer get-away this year? Vacant properties are crime magnets, and insurance companies know it. While companies and policies differ, your insurance will probably become null and void if your home is left empty for a significant length of time - sometimes as little as 30 days. A house sitter may be the perfect answer, giving both you and your insurance carrier peace of mind.

A house sitter typically lives in your home while you're away, taking care of the day-to-day home maintenance such as cutting the lawn, paying utility bills and even caring for pets. Since your home will continue to be occupied, you won't have to worry about canceling deliveries, arranging for lawn care or asking your neighbors to assist you by watching the house and parking in your driveway.

Who to Trust With Your Home

Choose a house sitter carefully. Ideally, a trusted friend or relative will be willing to help out in exchange for free rent. If not, there are several house sitting organizations on the Internet to assist you in finding the right person.

Don't rely solely on intuition when choosing someone to care for your home. Insist on a police security check, conduct interviews and make sure you check references. You may wish to negotiate a security deposit, paid to you by the sitter, which will be refunded when you know the job has been done to your satisfaction. As an additional protective measure, outline the obligations and expectations of both parties in a legal contract so that everyone is comfortable with the situation.

Our Home Security Checklist will help you -and your house sitter- stay secure.

Product Profile - Patio Door Bars
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Protect Your Friends and Family
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