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tasty Homeland security systems It has many advantages, but one of my favorites is Remote features That gives you eyes and control Above your house No matter where you are, you can send important alerts while you are busy or even asleep. But this raises an important question: When are break-ins most likely to occur?
I checked and came away surprised. Burglars try to target the most vulnerable homes, but it may not be as much as you think. This has important implications for how you arm your security and customize your alerts. Let’s take a look at the times when break-ins are most likely to occur.
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1. Midday (especially early afternoon)
Thieves have a lot to gain by acting out in the middle of the day.
If you want to know when burglars are trying to break into homes, it’s a good idea to ask them. KGW8 of Portland, Oregon did just thatI interviewed more than 80 thieves (who were caught) to find out how and when they struck.
The answer? Most chose midday, the hours before or after noon. Why? Homeowners are more likely to be away from work during the day, burglars have clear vision when exploring a yard or new home, and a thief finds it easier to pose as a missing friend or family member if they are caught in broad daylight.
The thieves usually strike in the early afternoon – one specifically said between “12:30pm and 2:30pm”. People who come home for lunch or errands are likely to have finished and returned to work during these hours, so there is a greater possibility that the house will be empty. Others interviewed on KGW8 preferred the mornings when there was also a guarantee that people would be at work. This is similar to Other studies Robberies are most likely to occur between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m
Curious about what thieves are after? Most are looking for cash, jewelry, medicine, and items that can be easily sold for money – especially weapons and small electronics. Any signs that these items are present in the home may attract attention Watchful thieves. They also reported that security systems and large dogs were a major deterrent (though). We do not suggest getting a dog for security purposes).
2. During the summer (between June and August)
Thieves are caught trying to break in more often in the summer than in the winter.
Burglaries are lowest during the height of winter, and highest during the hot summer months. Since burglary is often a crime of opportunity and requires a quick coat of residential neighborhoods, it stands to reason that burglars would prefer longer, warmer days. It is also very difficult to break into homes if there is one Ice or snow everywhere.
That’s why search from places like Arizona State University Robberies appear to peak in August, and are generally on the rise between June and August when the weather is warmer.
3. In the middle of the night
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We know, we just said that burglaries are more common during the warmer, sunnier times of the day. But not everything is so simple. research From companies like Vivint It has shown that robberies also The spike occurs around midnight, with data suggesting that about 6% of burglaries occur at 12 a.m
This is an interesting hike because the late evening and early morning hours are a good time least Possible times of burglaries. There’s something about the middle of the night that makes some thieves think it’s a good time to attack. They may also think that the homeowners are asleep at this time, or that it is easier to hide in the dark.
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With this information now in your mind, you are ready to make great decisions about when to arm your security system or when to ensure that your device Smart lights and Floodlights for security cameras Ready to work. It’s also a good idea to check Your smart locks They are locked during these times because – you guessed it – most burglars start out by simply trying the front door.
To become an expert in your home security, check out our guide on The best places to place security cameras, Common myths about home security you should stop believingAnd what do you do then? The person you live with is the one stealing.