Feeling safe in the neighborhood you live in is key to feeling safe in your home. Feeling comfortable leaving your kids at home with the babysitter, taking a vacation and leaving your home unoccupied, or even something as simple as having a package delivered to your door, begins with a safe neighborhood. Continue reading to find out the simple ways you can contribute to making your neighborhood a safer place for all.
Develop a sense of community within your neighborhood. Neighbors that know one another, look out for one another. If you have a good relationship with your neighbors, they will likely look out for your property when you’re not present. Help develop this sense of community in your neighborhood by organizing a neighborhood barbeque, scheduling a play date, or even dropping off homemade cookies and taking the time to introduce yourself. You will benefit from the sense of community that comes with these simple acts of kindness, and vice-versa.
Take pride in the way your neighborhood looks. A safe neighborhood is generally a well-tended neighborhood. If you drive by and see a piece of trash, pick it up. If your elderly neighbor is unable to keep up with their yard’s maintenance, help mow their lawn for them. Enlist the help of other neighbors to help you keep abandoned areas or lots in good condition. Having a well-groomed, nice neighborhood will help repel criminal activity in your area.
Lastly, make sure you report crime in your neighborhood as soon as you see it. If you are a current client you know that with an AmeriGuard Alarm System, you will have one of our trusted security officers arrive at the scene right away 24 hours a day, 7 days a week upon receiving a call. AmeriGuard’s officers thoroughly check all doors, windows, gates, locks and entryways, rather than just shine a light into your home from a parked car. In the event of forced entry, vandalism, or damage, our officer will notify local law enforcement, and provide all necessary assistance to local Law Enforcement authorities. The AmeriGuard team will secure the scene and restore peace of mind at your home. Having a prompt response to any sign of crime in your neighborhood will help ensure that you continue to live in a safe area.
Do your part in keeping your neighborhood safe for everyone by installing AmeriGuard Security Systems today. To request a free estimate, contact AmeriGuard today at (559) 271-5007.