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Can a Sign Prevent Theft? 
Some companies claim that just by putting their sign or sticker on your home, you prevent possible robberies. Does putting a Brinks Home Security (or any other Home Safety System) Sign in the yard really prevent theft?
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Asked by woodward732002 from Collinsville, ILAnswered 16 years ago.
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While a sign might help prevent theft, a home security system is a better option. At Del-Air Security, we offer a home alarm system, energy management, and home automation. Our system is wireless so no fear of cut wires. You can get live streaming through your smart phone, tablet or computer. You can use apps to turn lights on and off and arm your system. These are just a few of the wonderful benefits from our system.
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Answered by Del-Air Security
531 Codisco Way,
Sanford,
FL, 32771,
877-906-7772
(Novice with 93 pts.)
Answered 13 years ago. -
There is no doubt that having a sign in your windows or posted in your yard will be theft preventative measure. Here at First Trust we are an alarm installer company and we do provide signs for people that can not afford a full system. Having the sign delivered by our techs will help create the illusion that you are actually installing a new system. I would also recommend that you actually pretend that your "alarm" works by getting a loud siren ( a smoke detector) and let your neighbors hear that sound. I has happened in the past with one of our own techs that put stickers and signs on a house he moved into as a precaution. A neighbor was paying close attention to the fact that there was no actual install and the house was robbed the next day. So my point is, if you are going to fake it, fake it good so that your neighbors really believe that you did install your new system. Then remind them by using a loud device to fake an accidental alarm. :) -ZTD
www.firsttrustlv.net
Answered by First Trust Industries Emergency Supply Store
400 Park Center Dr.,
Hollister,
CA, 95023,
831-636-1470
(Novice with 11 pts.)
Answered 16 years ago. -
The use of a sign should be considered only if you actually have a security system. Just placing a sign in the yard will alert the potential thief that the house is being monitored, but if this person has been watching the street or has been specifically targeting your home, they will know when you leave, your habits etc. then a sign as well as a monitored security system will not prevent a break-in. Your best protection is to have a local independent security specialist offer you a complete interior/exterior evaluation that shows you possible points of entry and offers a complete protection solution covering door lock, security system, CCTV cameras and DVR.
Answered by Ric's Electric
19879 Gant Rd,
Waynesfield,
OH, 45896,
419-741-0776
(Novice with 35 pts.)
Answered 16 years ago. -
In my option it could not hurt. If a criminal is looking to enter your home and scans the neighborhood he will be aware that you have an alarm system. One of the big things to remember is that they want to get in and out of your home quick and to have no cause for alarm. So my answer would be yes.
Here is a great article you may want to read on What thieves look for when selecting their next location.
Links: ezinearticles.com
Answered by Guard Yourself Now
74 Brown Rd,
Middletown,
NY, 10941,
845-361-4110
(Novice with 37 pts.)
Answered 16 years ago.
