Keeping Your Home Safe 101: Back to School with RBM Lock & Key

Do you know what time of year it is? Well, yes, it’s football season and fall, but what we’re getting at here is that it’s back to school time. That means busses running their regular routes, first day of school outfits, school photos, and carefully packed lunch boxes. While the youth of our generation is heading back to school to gain a little knowledge, don’t think that just because you’ve aged out of school that your education days have to end. In fact, If you’re looking to gain some more knowledge yourself, RBM Lock & Key brings to you a little crash course on how to keep your home safe!

What are the main entry points of a home?

The main entry points of a home are obviously doors and windows. However, you might think your front and back door and first floor windows are the only ways that burglars can get into your home. Garage doors, basement doors, and easily accessible second story windows can also serve as access points for a burglar. That is why it’s important to make sure everything is locked up tight.

What do burglars look for in a home?

There are a few main things that burglars look for in a home. The first is easy, undetected access. If you have a wide open window or stroll out of the house every morning without locking your door, those are a warm welcome for potential burglars. Clear signs that no one is home, such as having all of the lights off, grass that hasn’t been cut in a while, a mailbox teeming with mail, or not having your garbage out for collection like your neighbors are also red flags.

How can I improve my home’s security to keep my family safe?

There are a few ways to boost your home’s security, some of which can be done all on your own. The first of which, is to get some exterior motion sensor lights. You should also prepare ahead of time for vacations to have a neighbor take your trash out and hire someone to mow if you will be gone for over a week. Putting interior lights on a timer is also a good idea. Finally, if you want to get serious about your home security, you should bring in a professional locksmith to install high security locks, CCTV systems, and more.

Who can help me improve my home security?

If you are looking for a residential locksmith in Ontario, CA to help improve your home’s security, look no further than RBM Lock & Key. Since 1973, RBM Lock & Key has been providing exemplary locksmith services throughout the Inland Empire area of Southern California. We also offer automobile, commercial, and industrial locksmith services, but for those looking to boost their home security, look no further. From CCTV systems and high security locks to gun safes and padlocks, RBM Lock & Key has it all. If you are ready to get serious at improving the security of your home and protecting the people and things inside call RBM Lock & Key today at 909-980-3448.