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You’ve seen target hardening discussed as a way to stop break-ins, but you might be curious how to apply it to your own Palm Springs home. Learn more about this crime-reducing method and see how the home security leaders at ADT can help you implement it. 

Understanding 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 limited. In other words, if a target appears to be too great of a risk, prospective burglars will just look elsewhere. Target hardening is about making your property less appealing to criminals by utilizing observable, layered home security tools.

Making Your Palm Springs Home Less Of A Target

Would-be-offenders, like many people, will follow the road with the lowest risk. Your goal is to give them pause about approaching your property. But what might you do? Adhere to these suggestions:

Make Your Security Impossible To Miss

Home security signs and outdoor cameras let would-be burglars know you have protection. Surveillance is among the most reliable deterrents, as no criminal wants to be seen breaking in. ADT has cutting-edge exterior and doorbell cameras with HD imaging, AI-driven detection, and night vision.

Shine A Light On The Situation

A well-lit house is much less appealing to criminals. Brighten up dark areas around your house, and add accent lights near tree lines, fencing, hedges, and other places where intruders might hide. You can even have indoor lights switch on automatically if a video camera finds unusual activity outdoors.

Opt For Whole-Home Protection

You need a comprehensive plan, which means backing up your video cameras and yard signs with window and door sensors, motion detectors, and a loud alarm. ADT can defend every access point, including the garage.

Strengthen Your Physical Defenses

Check that all windows secure properly, and always use a deadbolt on your main entry. Consider reinforcing the door frames, and place a metal bar in the floor track of your sliding door to block entry if the lock is circumvented.

Maintain A Clear View

Overgrown bushes, trees, and hedges are preferred by strangers who want to stay hidden from view. Confirm that you can see all parts of your property by pruning greenery close to windows. A neat, cared-for landscape tells prowlers that they should stay away.

Why Protect Your Palm Springs Home With ADT?

Protecting American families for over 150 years, ADT is the top name in home security. Known for 24-hour service and fast response times from trained professionals, ADT has more monitoring centers than any competitor. You’ll enjoy the peace of mind and the industry-leading equipment like Google Nest cameras. 

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