Programmable Security Timers for Lights Foil Burglars
Security timers for your home’s lights, both internal and external, are a good idea if you’re going to be out of town, or even if you work late and don’t get home until after dark. Burglars prefer an easy mark, and they’re less likely to take risks with houses where someone might be home. They don’t want to be caught or identified, so they definitely go for the homes that are obviously vacant.
So, how do you make it look like you’re home when you’re not? Security timers can turn on your lights at night, so it looks like someone is there. The downside is that most of them turn on the lights at the same time every day. A smart burglar might observe this and realize you’re not really home.
That’s why a programmable timer is a smart choice. With a tool like Intermatic’s timer, you can program the lights to come on at different times every night, thus keeping a burglar guessing. At less than $50, it’s not a bad home security investment.