It's another beautiful day in sunny Arizona, I was looking at the landscaping around my home. It reminded me of a website I saw a few years ago, about a man who used his landscaping to help keep away intruders. I thought I would share a few things with you that I picked up.
Anyone who has ever locked themselves out of their home knows that windows are the easiest way into a house if the doors are all locked. This is true for both you and an intruder. Planting cacti outside of windows can help keep unwanted people out, but it can also keep you in if there’s a fire. This is something that must be weighed before planting, but it’s good if you feel like you want that little bit of extra protection around the home.
Another easy way to keep your home safe is to ensure there are no large plants blocking the doorways or windows where people could hide. Some websites state bushes and shrubs should be cut to 30-40 inches with a foot between the ground the foliage. This should offer a clear line of sight of the property, if you’re looking from the house to the street or from the street to the house. Not allowing anywhere that anyone could hide.
Automatic lighting either through motion detectors or lights that come on when it gets dark are useful deterrents. This could help you locate an intruder if someone or something has come onto your property.
One of the best things for home protection is a dog. Regardless of size most dogs will bark non-stop if someone on the property doesn’t announce themselves. Large dogs are better for defense, but small dogs can be useful as they tend to bark a lot. If you feel like adopting a pet, there are rescues and shelters that would love to help make a match for you.
Keeping the property maintained and safe will also allow your neighbors to enjoy your hard work, increase curb appeal and make you the envy of the neighborhood.
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