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You’ve come across target hardening as a way to prevent crime, but you may be curious how to apply it to your Prescott home. Learn more about this crime-prevention strategy and find out how the leaders in home security at ADT can help you improve your defense. 

Understanding Target Hardening

A well-known theory in criminology originating in the 1970s, target hardening simply suggests that criminal behavior will decline when opportunities to commit crime are reduced. In other words, if a target appears to be too great of a risk, potential thieves will just pass it by. Target hardening is about making your residence less attractive to criminals by using observable, layered home security tools.

Ways To Make Your Prescott Home Less Of A Target

Would-be-offenders, like many people, will choose the road of least resistance. Your goal is to make them think twice about approaching your property. But what do you need to do? Abide by these tips:

Visible Deterrents Are The Initial Layer Of Protection

Video cameras and home security signage let prowlers know you are protected. Surveillance is among the most effective deterrents, as no intruder wants to be caught in the act. ADT has cutting-edge exterior and doorbell cameras with HD imaging, AI-powered detection, and night vision.

Light Up Your Property

A properly illuminated house is much less appealing to burglars. Illuminate dark areas around your home, and add accent lights near tree lines, fencing, hedges, and other places where intruders might hide. You could even have indoor lights switch on automatically if a surveillance device finds unusual activity outdoors.

Opt For A Comprehensive Defense

You need a comprehensive strategy, which means supplementing your cameras and yard displays with entry-point sensors, motion sensors, and a working alarm. ADT can defend every access point, including the garage.

Improve Your Physical Defenses

Ensure that all windows secure properly, and always use a deadbolt lock on the primary entrance. Consider reinforcing the door frames, and use a security bar in the lower track of your sliding door to block entry if the lock is compromised.

Maintain An Unobstructed Sightline

Hedges, large bushes, and trees are useful cover for criminals who wish to stay concealed from view. Make sure you can see clearly to all parts of your property by cutting back greenery near windows. A tidy, well-maintained landscape informs potential thieves that they should look elsewhere.

Why Secure Your Prescott Home With ADT?

Safeguarding American families for more than 150 years, ADT is the most trusted name in home security. With a reputation for 24-7 service and fast response times from experienced professionals, ADT boasts the most monitoring centers of any security provider. You’ll appreciate the reassurance and the state-of-the-art equipment like Google Nest video cameras. 

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