Invest and maintain reliable dead-bolt door locks and sturdy window latches.

These devices ward off burglary attempts.

Never leave notes on your door.

This includes even when you're at home.

Tune the stereo or TV to your favorite station when you leave the house.

To a burglar it means that someone's home.

If you leave a spare key outside, be creative.

Burglars routinely check under flowerpots and welcome mats and on window ledges.

Install a security system.

Arties Locksmith sales, installs and servicesa wide variety of easy to use security systems that will provide you with an added sense of safety without limiting your freedom while you're at home.