Wednesday, 11 June 2014

Improve Your Business Security And Keep Crooks Away

By Mark Mahaffey


Have you ever thought about how a burglar looks at your business? When you look at your business, it looks different than it does when a burglar sees it. In fact, it might surprise you to learn what he sees. Because there is so much crime in our country, it is shocking that so few people put forth the effort to make their businesses more secure.

However, if you are willing to make some changes in your business security, you will find that you can significantly reduce the chances that you will be a victim of a break-in. It is worth any time and effort you put into it, because it could make the difference between being robbed or not.

For instance, when a robber eyes your business, he is searching for clues that can make his work less difficult. Robbers select businesses that they can enter without much effort, because they want to do their work fast so the police will not catch them. Further, they put thought into which businesses they break into - taking the time to get to know the areas around your business well.

Take a look outside your business around the doors and windows. Are there many big landscaping plants near them? If so, these are creating perfect hiding spots for burglars. These plants make shields that hide crooks as they are forcing their way into your building. Your landscaping can affect your business security!

Think about your windows and doors. Do they have strong locks? Do you keep them locked? It is not unheard of for a criminal to break into a business simply by entering through a door or window that someone has left unlocked!

Did you know that a smart way to increase your business security is by putting in good security lights? Robbers love dark areas, so you can make your business less inviting if you put lots of strong lights around it. He may decide to pass your business by and not break in!




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