SUBSCRIBE NOW Only $3.5 per monthSecurity is very important for anyone and much more so if you are in your own home.Bad people are always lurking and you should never give up or trust yourself to be exempt from any of these unpleasant individuals, which is why Home Depot offers you 10 simple and cheap ideas with which you can protect your home.Along with your walls, it is the primary barrier against any stranger, so you should try to choose those that offer resistant materials of metal, solid wood or fiberglass that prevent the access of any malefactor.If possible, add a peephole to avoid opening it to anyone you don't know.Locks are a fundamental element for your doors, since they allow them to be fixed with their own security measures.There are different types on the market according to their possibilities, but all with the aim of protecting you within the walls of your home.Windows are the most common access points for vandals, so take care to reinforce them in their frame, with security bars and security film applied to the glass to prevent access by criminals.In addition, in the store there are unbreakable polycarbonate panels with which you can replace your crystals.As an extra method, there are window alarms that trigger a sound when the window is opened or forced in any way.The breadth of a garage means that its access is a relatively simple way to enter your house, if it is attached to it, or simply steal your tool and other objects that can be obtained from it.Therefore, you should choose those that are resistant, durable and have additional locks such as interior rails to block the opening of their doors.There are now smart garage openers that can even be monitored through your mobile phone, where you can manipulate it remotely.Smart doorbells mix the typical sound function of a less recent piece with an integrated security camera that you can see who is ringing through a screen on your phone or tablet.If you are going to make an additional investment, look for it to be worth it.Although a camera will always be an accessory to be thankful for, there are currently options that, although more expensive, allow extra security.Smart cameras can give you full control of what you record or alerts when activity is detected.Like the rodents with which they are usually compared, a thief tries to move in the dark or in corners where they cannot be identified.An exterior lighting of your house can act as a repellant of exploiters, as well as highlight the beauty of your home at night.Another important point about the exterior of your home is the landscape.Overgrown bushes can be their favorite hiding places, so trimming them or getting those with thorns can help remove places where they can camouflage.8. Whole home security systemA whole home security system is made up of control panels, sensors, motion detectors and alarms.These connected gadgets work together to alert you, your neighbors, the police or a monitoring service of a disturbance on your property.– You may also be interested in: The most insecure places to live in the United States The routine that keeps your home safe from theft Your information at risk due to the coronavirus: the 5 cybersecurity tips for working at homehave you forgotten your password?remember mePlease check your details and try againYour account does not have any active subscription.Subscribe again hereDon't have an account yet?Sign up hereDear subscriber, you must generate a new password for La Opinion.Please check your email to get your new password to access La Opinion.Thanks for being a subscriber!you have free items leftUnlimited access to news from your community