• Ask all strangers for identification. The person who is “lost” and looking for directions could actually be The Grinch checking to see if someone is home.
  
• DO NOT advertise on Facebook or Instagram that you are travelling. You may think you’re letting your friends and family know you’re having a great time, but people often forget to change their privacy settings. If you like to post photos - post them after you get back.

☐ 3. LOCK YOUR DOORS AND WINDOWS

• The Grinch targets unlocked doors - including vehicle doors. Make sure all doors and windows are locked.
  
• If you lose a key get the locks changed.
• A better alternative is to eliminate keys altogether by installing an Alarm.com smart lock with built in keypad.
• Install monitored door and window sensors.
• When your security system is "armed" an instant alert is sent to your smartphone and our 24/7 Monitoring Stations.
• Some properties may require security roll shutters to keep intruders out.

☐ 4. KEEP THE LIGHTS ON 

• The Grinch targets unoccupied homes - so keep your home well lit at night.
• Install exterior motion lights that turn on when there is movement.
• Install timers to turn on lights, radios and televisions on at different times. This gives the appearance that someone is home. 
• A better option is to install Alarm.com smart lights and smart plug modules - setup on alternating schedules.
  

• Let your neighbours know if there is unusual activity or crime on your block.
• Join your local Neighbourhood Group on Facebook and learn about recent activities.
  eg: Stonebridge Neighbourhood Watch
• Share video and images from your doorbell camera or security cameras.
• Share information with the Police as it may help with an arrest.

☐ 3. LOCK YOUR DOORS AND WINDOWS

• Many burglars go door to door looking for targets that forgot to lock their front doors and car doors. Make sure all doors and windows are locked.
  
• If you lose a key get the locks changed.
• A better alternative is to eliminate keys altogether by installing an Alarm.com smart lock with built in keypad.
• Install monitored door and window sensors.
• When your security system is "armed" an instant alert is sent to your smartphone and our 24/7 Monitoring Stations

☐ 4. USE PROPPER LIGHTING 

• Burglars target unoccupied homes so keep your home well lit at night.
• Install timers that turn lights, radios and televisions on at different times. This gives the appearance that someone is home. 
• A better option is to install Alarm.com smart lights and smart appliance modules and setup on an alternating schedules.
  

• $0 Smart Security packages range from $34.95/mo. to $79.95/mo. 
• Protection against intrusion, fire, carbon monoxide, flood, low temperature and more
• No phone line required
• Alarm.com smartphone and desktop apps
• 400% less likely to have a break-in
• Up to 20% of homeowners insurance - consult your insurance broker