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There are many benefits to living in a globalized world, but also some drawbacks. One of the biggest is feeling that you are not safe in public spaces. We have irrational fears because of the emotional distress that violent events cause. However, the odds are that nothing will happen to you. In contrast, it is much more likely that you will be a victim of some criminal activity during your lifetime.
One of the most common occurrences in many areas is burglary, where an intruder enters a house when its owners are out. The burglar normally tries to get in and get out as quickly as possible in order to avoid getting caught. The mere suggestion that a house has a home alarm system scares off many would-be burglars immediately. This deterrence effect is pronounced, something that homeowners know. This is why households advertise, usually on the front lawn or with stickers in the windows, which security system they have installed.
Many people, like they irrationally fear airplanes, also fear nighttime burglaries and do not think about what can happen during the day. Therefore, they end up focusing on additional lighting such as outdoor motion-activated lights. Increasing the visibility of your home in the public view is an important step towards safety, but it is just not sufficient. It turns out that most burglaries actually take place during the day. It is more likely that you will run into a dangerous situation if you stop home for lunch at an empty house then when you finish your work day. A home security system is the best way to prevent both daytime and the less common nighttime thieves, because it protects you 24 hours per day, 7 days a week.
Another factor to consider is that burglars search for targets with fewer household members. If a home consists of just one or two people, it is much easier for the intruder to plan his entrance because it is less likely someone will be around. So unless you are willing to invite another family to come live with you (and you have the space for that), a home alarm system is your best bet.
After evaluating the target from the street, a burglar rapidly tries to get in the easiest ways - through the side or back door. If these have good locks, the burglar will next attempt a garage entry or perhaps through a window. Those windows that are out of public view are more likely to be targeted and may be broken if they cannot be easily opened. A home alarm is the only way to stop this from occurring in your house. There are sensors specifically designed to detect if a window is shattered.
Obtaining a feeling of physical security is challenging in today's world. A home security system is the best way to reduce your risk of losing the physical sanctuary that is your home. And if your home is safe, you can start feeling safe.
