I know that security is a bit of a show and its really more of a deterant, but I was wondering realistically how I could prevent someone breaking and entering a small-ish American home? What is actually effective?

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[–] 20 points 10 months ago (4 children)

Layers.

Plant something with thorns or pointy leaves to block easy access to windows. Even better as a hedge around the whole property. Anti break film on windows. Heavy duty exterior doors. Motion sensing lights. Cameras, +1 for cameras with built in lights that can recognize people and automatically turn on.

Every layer should either strengthen, increase risk of being caught, or make access painful. They will go towards easier targets.

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  • [–] 5 points 10 months ago (2 children)

    Any windows you want to restrict access to, plant these things:

    Pyracantha

    They are no joke. Just remember, if you need that window for emergency egress it will not be a pleasant experience. Probably better than dying, but not by much.

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