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Entry Points

  • โœ“All exterior doors have deadbolt locks (Grade 1 or 2)
  • โœ“Door frames reinforced with 3-inch screws into studs
  • โœ“Sliding glass doors have a bar or pin lock
  • โœ“Garage door opener code changed from factory default
  • โœ“Smart locks have auto-lock enabled
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Cameras

  • โœ“Front door covered by a video doorbell or outdoor camera
  • โœ“Back and side entry points covered
  • โœ“Cameras have night vision or colour night vision
  • โœ“Footage stored for at least 7 days (cloud or local)
  • โœ“Camera credentials changed from factory defaults
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Alarms & Monitoring

  • โœ“Alarm system installed (DIY or professional)
  • โœ“Professional monitoring active with 24/7 cellular backup
  • โœ“Entry sensors on all ground-floor windows and doors
  • โœ“Motion sensor in main living area or hallway
  • โœ“Keypad code shared only with trusted household members
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Lighting & Deterrence

  • โœ“Motion-activated lights at front and back of property
  • โœ“Timer on indoor lights when away
  • โœ“Security signage visible at main entry points
  • โœ“Overgrown shrubs near windows trimmed back
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Network & App Security

  • โœ“Wi-Fi router firmware updated to latest version
  • โœ“Security system app has 2FA enabled
  • โœ“IoT devices on separate guest network
  • โœ“Router admin password changed from factory default

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