Despite the recent winter-like weather in many parts of the country, spring is just around the corner. That means getting your home in shape after a long winter with these property security tips from Security Specialists.

While the lawn and general cleaning are good first steps, we urge you not to forget about these property security and safety tips for the warmer months ahead.

1. Trim the trees and bushes in front of windows and doors so you can see what’s going on clearly from all angles. An obstructed view can lead to undetected danger.
2. If your doors are weak or broken, invest in new ones that are solid and fit snuggly within the frame (too much space between the door and frame is an open invite for a crowbar and forced entry). Also check the locks on all doors and windows and replace as necessary. If you own a multi-family dwelling, consider fire resistant doors.
3. If you invested in a home security system, make sure the wiring of your surveillance devices is hidden and out of site to prevent an intruder from cutting it.
4. For heaven’s sake, if you’re one of those homeowners that typically leaves a spare key under the outside welcome mat while on vacation…stop and consider investing in a keyless door lock that allows entry via a one-time password that you can program to allow trusted visitors access to your home.
5. If you haven’t already, consider investing in a home security system.