Make it hard to get in

• Change the keying of your locks when you move in.
• Install deadlocks to all external doors, including sliding doors.
• Install Keyed window locks to all windows.
• Have sufficient lighting on outside of house. The best is motion sensing lighting.
• If you have locks in place - use them!
• Don't assist burglars by leaving tools around for them to use. Lock them away.

General precautions

• Photograph your paintings, antiques and other valuables.
• Don't let unauthorised people in.
• Make a note of the serial number of all your appliances.
• Keep your valuables in a safe or the bank.
• Don't put identification on a key ring.
• Never leave notes on your door.
• Be sure you home number is readable so police can find it quickly.
• Keep track of who has a copy of your house key.
• Install a door viewer to check unexpected visitors.
• Install an Australian Standard Security Door as a solid barrier between you and any visitor.

If you're out or away...

• Don't leave lights on to advertise that you are not home. Install motion sensing lighting for light when you need it.
• Arrange curtains and blinds in normal open and closed positions.
• Ask a neighbour of friend to keep an eye on your house.
• Shut your garage door and padlock it.
• Have parcels delivered to a neighbour while you're away.
• Ask a neighbour to clear your mail box regularly.
• Cancel newspapers etc.
• Have a neighbour put your bins out on garbage night.