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You’ve heard target hardening brought up as a way to deter break-ins, but you might be curious how to apply it to your Myrtle Beach home. Read more about this crime-reduction approach and find out how the leaders in home security at ADT can help you put it in place. 

What Is Target Hardening?

A well-known theory in criminology originating in the 1970s, target hardening is a belief that criminal actions will abate when opportunities to commit crime are reduced. In other words, if a target feels like too much work or risk, prospective burglars will just look elsewhere. Target hardening is about making your property less inviting to criminals by using observable security devices in a layered strategy.

Ways To Make Your Myrtle Beach Home Less Of A Target

Prowlers, like others, will follow the road that looks the easiest. Your goal is to give them pause about approaching your property. But what might you do? Abide by these guidelines:

Make Your Security Hard To Miss

Home security signs and video cameras let prowlers know you have protection in place. Surveillance is among the most reliable deterrents, as no criminal wants to be caught in the act. ADT has state-of-the-art outdoor and doorbell cameras with night vision, high-def imaging, and AI-driven smart detection.

Shine A Light On The Situation

A properly illuminated house is much less attractive to burglars. Illuminate darker spots around your home, and add accent lights near fencing, tree lines, hedges, and other areas where intruders might lurk. You might even have indoor lights turn on automatically if a video camera finds suspicious activity near your house.

Implement Whole-Home Protection

You need a comprehensive plan, which means reinforcing your video cameras and signage with door and window sensors, motion sensors, and a working alarm. ADT can defend every entrance, including the largest one, your garage.

Address Physical Security Measures

Ensure that all windows secure properly, and always use a deadbolt on the front door. Consider reinforcing door frames, and place a security bar in the floor track of your sliding door to stop intruders if the lock is circumvented.

Maintain A Clear Sightline

Large trees, hedges, and overgrown bushes are useful cover for trespassers who wish to remain concealed from view. Confirm that you can easily see all parts of your property by trimming greenery close to windows. A tidy, cared-for landscape tells prospective thieves that they are better off moving on.

Why Protect Your Myrtle Beach Home With ADT?

Safeguarding American families for over a century and a half, ADT is the top name in home security. Known for 24-7 service and fast response times from experienced professionals, ADT has more monitoring locations than any competitor. You’ll enjoy the reassurance and the modern equipment like Google Nest video cameras. 

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