Your rental property should keep your renters, as well as their belongings, fully secured.

Safety tip 1 – Secure main entrance

Most entrance doors have deadbolts installed on them. Although you use either a single – or double – cylinder deadbolt, its a good idea to install a double – cylinder deadbolt as it is more secure. If you have a main entrance near a window, a double – cylinder deadbolt can prevent a thief from reaching through the window and opening the door.  You can also improve the safety of your entrances by installing metal or solid wood doors. Try to stay away from hallow wood doors or doors with gas. These are easy to break.

Safety tip 2 – Check the window security

Most windows are fitted with a looking mechanism that prevents them from being opened from the outside. In most cases, a burglar can easily break the window and unlock it or climb through. You can combat this risk by installing locks on your windows because if burglars see these, will probably second guess whether or not to break in. You can also install window sensors that will sound an alarm if your window is tampered with . Some will even send an alert to your smartphone so you know immediately when your rental property’s security has been breached.

Safety tip 3 – Install a security system

A security system may seem like a big investment, but it will help to fully secure your property. There are a variety of security systems options, so you’ll find one that fits within your budget and needs. As you shop for a security system, make sure that you find one that includes everything you need – like door and window sensors, smoke alarms and motion – detecting lights.

Safety 4 – Add external lighting

You can use motion – sensing light to detect intruders from invading your property. As a precautionary measure, install this security lighting near the main entrances of your home. You shouldn’t need more than a couple motion – sensing lights because most of them can detect movement upto dozens of feet away in every direction. Some of them are even solar powered so you don’t have to worry about replacing batteries or using electricity.