No matter if you live in a house or an apartment, you should take basic security steps like having a home alarm system. However, living in an apartment, there are things that need to be done differently than if you lived in a house.

Here are some of our top four tips to keeping your apartment safe.

Install A Security System

There are various types security systems that can be used in an apartment without the need to drill holes. A wireless system can be installed and set up to be controlled using your smartphone or computer. The biggest difference between a house and apartment is how you prepare your home security system.

Secure All The Windows And Doors

While you could live on the 5^th floor, you still should secure all of your doors and windows. You could just lock them, but it is recommended that you add extra security features to them. There are many kinds of secondary locks that you can place on your windows and doors that do not damage the wall or door frame. These are ideal as they make a potential break in harder for a thief.

You should also never leave anything of value on your balcony, patio, or porch. If you have to store them outside of your home, try to keep them in your storage room when you are not using them.

Be Aware Of Your Surroundings

Be aware of what is going on around your apartment is important to staying safe. Take note of your neighbours and their friends. Before moving to a new area, you should take the time to check out the neighbourhood and be aware of the activity that is going on.

While you cannot control who is near your home, you can observe them. You should take the time to talk with the apartment management and your neighbours to try to figure out who should be there.

Check The Apartment Before You Move It

Before you sign any paperwork and start moving in, you should check the apartment for any safety concerns. This means that you should check all the windows and doors to make sure that the locks are working and that they will be changed before you start moving in. You should also check the locks on the main doors and windows since these can be easily damaged. Once you have moved in, take the time to do regular checks of your doors and your wireless alarm system to make sure that they are working properly.

There are many ways that you can help keep your house secure. Having a wireless alarm system installed by Atom Alarm Systems is one of the best first steps that you can take to protecting your home. The staff at Atom Alarm Systems will help you find the right home alarm, install it for you and give you peace of mind.

Atom Alarms are a Dublin based alarm business, we install monitored alarms. Please contact us today for a free consultation: Tel: 01-9065843 –  www.atomalarms.ie