Signs That Your House Is Marked And 9 Actions To Prevent

Burglars mark homes and try to know more about the lifestyle of the owners and the neighbors so that they can break in without being noticed. They keep a watch over when the residents are not at home, whether they have alarm systems in place, whether they have a dog, and so on. Additionally, they also look for clues to ascertain whether the people living in the home are well-off or not. Smarter ones skim through social media check-ins and uploads to zero in upon new targets.

Have you ever heard of burglar code before? Did you even know that burglars often use a code of symbols to mark out homes they want to target? Code, symbols, and markings have become widely used tactics among burglars to help them break into homes.

Burglars have been known to 'mark' houses of interest as a reminder to themselves and as a signal to accomplices. This could be a graffiti symbol, a small dot of paint, or a piece of string tied to your fence.

Old rusty alarm boxes. Self-installed CCTV cameras. Broken security lighting...All of the above are tell-tale signs that you do not take home security seriously and, therefore, your home is an easy target. Seasoned burglars can quickly identify which home security systems are nothing more than outdated decorations... and which ones will cause a ruckus if tested.

If you start to see a particular vehicle parked near your home frequently that you know does not belong to your neighbors or anyone visiting them, this could indicate that someone is watching your home. Use security cameras to track vehicles when you're away and be on the lookout for patterns. The same goes for foot traffic near your house, if you notice a stranger frequently walking near or past your home, they may be scoping your house out in search of weak points.

Another way that burglars case homes is to go to the door pretending to be from a legitimate business, local government agency, or having some other reason to connect with you that seems reasonable. This is a way criminals can get a better sense of your home, gain information, or perhaps find out if they have a home security system, dog, or anything else that might make a getaway more difficult.

Burglars like to operate under a cover of darkness so that they are not spotted by neighbors while attempting to break in when you are not home. They might damage bulbs or even unscrew them. So keep an eye out for this occurrence.

• Barred circle: a house to avoid burgling; maybe the home has effective alarms or CCTV cameras, or a family dog
• Circle: an easy house to target; maybe as it has no home security system set up
• Triangle: a single woman in the house; thieves may target women or the elderly as they’re seen as more vulnerable targets
• Ladder-like lines: valuables visible in the home; there are items in the house that are worth stealing
• Cross: occupant who will respond to religion; be aware of persistent religious canvassers, as they may not be who they say they are!
• Two barred waves: a man who will respond to women; burglars who do their research are likely to use a home owner’s weak points to gain information and access
• Letter code: M for empty in the morning, N for empty at night – the symbols could be as simple as that, as burglars are likely to take note of your movements in and out of the home

• You might be able to thwart a possible burglary attempt by keeping an eye out for the following warning signs: Few things are as serious a violation of our personal sanctity as a home invasion. With a little planning and home security, you'll never be confronted with a stranger in your house. If you are, call the police and follow their instructions.
• Change passcodes on electronic locks and garage doors from time to time.
• Keep your windows covered and your garage locked so valuable items are out of sight.
• Lock your windows and doors at all times; even when you leave briefly, are outside on your property, or inside your home. Also, keep your valuables in a safe or lockbox when you go out.
• Install motion sensor lights, deadbolt locks, and upgrade patio/sliding glass door locks.
• Install a home security system
• Always change the locks when you move into a new home, condo, or apartment, or if your keys are lost or stolen.
• Don’t leave anything valuable in your car and always lock the doors.
• If you live in an apartment or condo building, close the door behind you when entering or exiting the building. Report any security concerns, such as dim lighting around entrances or points of easy access, to your property manager.
• Avoid announcing your vacation or trips on social media.

Here we take the Litmor Battery Cam 2 as an example:

Limor Battery Cam is a rechargeable battery-powered home security camera that protects your entire home, inside and outside, as well as your parking.

Choose a way you like to place your Litmor Battery Powered Camera, hanging, wall/eave mount, or just place it on the desk cause it is wireless.

The battery Camera comes with 2 certified rechargeable batteries and lasts about 2-5 months on a single charge.

1080 HD live view, 92 lumens spotlights, 125-degree Wide View angle, two-way audio talk, 106 dB siren, color night vision, and PIR motion sensor. Provides clear live view and recordings with more details and makes conversions easy. It's IP66 waterproof.

When motion is detected, the camera will send a notification to your device instantly, and then you can check the event through the video or images the camera captured. If there is an intruder, you can use the siren alarm to warn him.

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