{"id":1324,"date":"2022-05-30T11:01:34","date_gmt":"2022-05-30T03:01:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/business.playground.my-alfred-dev.com\/blog\/?p=1324"},"modified":"2022-08-15T09:22:04","modified_gmt":"2022-08-15T01:22:04","slug":"hide-a-key","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/hide-a-key\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Hide a Key (And Keep Home Invaders in the Dark)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We\u2019ve all been there: you step outside for thirty seconds to take out the trash, and suddenly the wind slams your front door shut. You don\u2019t have a key.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s in situations like this where you might want to hide a key outside, perhaps under the doormat. This, of course, would be unwise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To successfully hide a key takes a little thinking outside the box. Burglars and home invaders know every trick in the book\u2014and the very first chapter of that book is \u2018under the doormat\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Find out all you need to know about where to hide a key outside while minimizing the risks posed to home security by keeping your hidden key safe, so that the next time the wind decides to shut you out, you aren\u2019t stranded on the porch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_26 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/hide-a-key\/#Places_You_Should_Not_Hide_a_Key\" title=\"Places You Should Not Hide a Key\">Places You Should Not Hide a Key<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/hide-a-key\/#Where_Should_You_Hide_a_Key_Essential_Key_Hiding_Ideas\" title=\"Where Should You Hide a Key? Essential Key Hiding Ideas\">Where Should You Hide a Key? Essential Key Hiding Ideas<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/hide-a-key\/#Keep_Your_Hidden_Keys_Safe_with_Security_Cameras\" title=\"Keep Your Hidden Keys Safe with Security Cameras\">Keep Your Hidden Keys Safe with Security Cameras<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/hide-a-key\/#FAQ\" title=\"FAQ\">FAQ<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/hide-a-key\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"places-you-should-not-hide-a-key\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Places_You_Should_Not_Hide_a_Key\"><\/span><strong>Places You Should Not Hide a Key<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, you want to hide a key but you\u2019re afraid of intruders discovering it. The most important thing when considering how to hide a key, then, is actually how <em>not <\/em>to hide it. Let\u2019s discover the unsafe spaces to avoid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mailboxes\">Mailboxes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Eagle Operators, the mailbox is a highly suspect place to hide a key, and by far most dangerous. Despite it being one of the least safe options, it remains one of the most popular.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shockingly, statistics have shown that keys in the mailbox could be responsible for up to 34% of home invasions. That\u2019s over a third of all home invasions. Needless to say, immediately rethink using your mailbox as spare key storage!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container\" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"4 GENIUS WAYS TO HIDE A KEY!\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7Vs5oyyvSXg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>Credit: Kipkay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"under-the-doormat\">Under the doormat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ancient hidden key doormat routine is another grievous error many homeowners should avoid. The first place a home invader will look for your spare key is under the doormat, or in that rather inconspicuous upside-down flower pot. Yes, gnomes are also a firm \u2018no\u2019 when it comes to finding things to hide keys in outside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hiding a key under the patio may not be as common as hiding it under the front doormat or in a disused flower pot, but it is still fairly unsafe, since it\u2019s a relatively obvious place which is easy to access.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, the tendency to utilize \u2018easy access\u2019 hiding spots likely increases the chances of the key being found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-4838a15ecb3ef37d33e6c553d6e99e93\">Recommended reading: <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/best-fake-security-cameras\/\">Are Fake Security Cameras Worth Buying? Our Top 5 Dummy Security Cameras<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where-should-you-hide-a-key-essential-key-hiding-ideas\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_Should_You_Hide_a_Key_Essential_Key_Hiding_Ideas\"><\/span><strong>Where Should You Hide a Key?<\/strong> <strong>Essential Key Hiding Ideas<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With that in mind, the question is, <strong>where should I hide my key?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Limiting how accessible the key is, even to yourself, will help keep your property safe and the key hidden. Check out these nifty key hiding ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hidden-key-safe\">Hidden Key Safe&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-392fdacccca96ba7b29bdec571d0ef3c\" id=\"key-safes-are-one-of-the-few-options-for-key-hiding-that-actually-come-with-the-police-s-approval-a-number-of-these-devices-are-available-on-the-market-including-on-amazon-which-has-a-number-of-fairly-inexpensive-options\">Hidden key safes are one of the few options for key hiding that actually come with the police\u2019s approval. A number of these devices are available on the market, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Master-Lock-5401D-Combination-Capacity\/dp\/B0002YP1UI\/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=key%2Bsafe&amp;qid=1638539285&amp;sr=8-6&amp;th=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">including on Amazon<\/a>, which has many inexpensive options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/a-keysafe.png\" alt=\"a keysafe made by master lock\" class=\"wp-image-1331\" width=\"281\" height=\"384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/a-keysafe.png 374w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/a-keysafe-219x300.png 219w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 281px) 100vw, 281px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image via Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How does it work?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"key-safes-are-especially-advantageous-because-they-are-wall-mounted-meaning-in-theory-you-could-place-them-so-high-as-to-be-inaccessible\">Key safes are wall mounted. The more inexpensive options are made of a hard plastic, and feature a four number code lock. You can only open the box and retrieve the key with the correct code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why we recommend it<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"sure-this-might-be-a-little-inconvenient-for-you-but-the-likelihood-of-a-burglar-bothering-to-struggle-up-a-wall-is-low-since-it-is-noisy-and-attracts-attention-they-are-also-fairly-small-devices-making-them-much-more-subtle-than-a-regular-locked-safe-and-more-conspicuous\">Though it might be a little inconvenient for you, the fact that key safes are usually wall mounted means you could place it as high up a wall as you like. The likelihood of a burglar bothering to reach it is then rather low, since it is noisy and attracts attention. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"sure-this-might-be-a-little-inconvenient-for-you-but-the-likelihood-of-a-burglar-bothering-to-struggle-up-a-wall-is-low-since-it-is-noisy-and-attracts-attention-they-are-also-fairly-small-devices-making-them-much-more-subtle-than-a-regular-locked-safe-and-more-conspicuous\">They are also very small devices, making them much more subtle than a regular locked safe and significantly more conspicuous than a doormat.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"birdhouse\">Birdhouse<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-9caac21b60dc599edad83f5bd91bf1ff\">Speaking of height, an unconventional but easy way to achieve this is by using a birdhouse. Again, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/bird-house\/s?k=bird+house\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amazon has plenty of affordable options<\/a> (just make sure you go for an authentic looking one).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How does it work?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your property has any tall trees, place the birdhouse inside the tree, or otherwise nail it high up on the trunk. You could also place it on a shed, or by a standalone birdhouse with a pole. Rather than placing feed inside, place your key in the hole and insert either a cloth, a piece of card, or some other material to cover it up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why we recommend it<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if it occurs to a burglar to check, it\u2019s unlikely they will if it isn\u2019t easy to reach. Generating noise and attention is exactly what a burglar wants to avoid, after all. That\u2019s why it\u2019s best to opt for a conventional birdhouse that requires nailing to a surface, rather than one on a pole. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-a0022e3ea5d1b926c9bcdb4167f32096\">Consider having a security camera observe it for additional caution. Pointing an old phone with <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/\">AlfredCamera<\/a> through a window is an easy way to have an extra pair of eyes on spare keys, wherever you choose to hide them. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/home-security-camera-placement\/\">home security camera placement guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just make sure you also have a means of reaching the birdhouse, whether that\u2019s an old ladder hidden round the back of the property or a childhood spent climbing trees!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"in-soil\">In Soil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While turning a disused plant pot upside down with your key beneath it is just begging to be picked up by a burglar, burying your key in the soil of an actual plant or plant bed might be a pretty ingenious (albeit messy) way to conceal a key in plain sight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Green-sprouts-grow-from-wet-soil.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2524\" width=\"400\" height=\"267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Green-sprouts-grow-from-wet-soil.jpg 800w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Green-sprouts-grow-from-wet-soil-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Green-sprouts-grow-from-wet-soil-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How does it work?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the front garden has a plant bed with soil, try seeing just how far down the soil goes. If it is a deep bed of several inches, you could push the key through it. Likewise, any deep potted plants you have in the yard could be used in a similar way. For the sake of hygiene (and avoiding a rusted key), you could put the key in a small box before inserting it into the soil. This should also help reduce the chance of losing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why we recommend it<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Occasionally, hiding a key in plain sight can be virtually impossible to spot, as is the case here. So long as the key is pushed deep enough into the soil, it won\u2019t be at all visible to anyone passing by. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hence, you must first make sure the bed is at least double the length of the key itself. You should also attempt to insert the key horizontally so it can lay flat far beneath the surface. This will make it less likely to poke out following bad weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main risk with this approach is that you could lose the key if you aren\u2019t aware of exactly where you\u2019re putting it. Still, if it\u2019s too close to the surface, just a little wind and rain could expose it, putting your security at risk.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hide-a-key-objects\">Hide-A-Key Objects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-2260f8a58bbd37f80985428bcc823e3b\">Realistic looking objects, from faucets to dog excrement, are a fairly common means of hiding a key. One of the best hide a keys is a garden rock or pebble. Instead of buying one online, you can also follow our step-by-step guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/make-your-own-hide-a-key\/\">make your own hide-a-key object<\/a> (fairly simple)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/A-hide-a-key-rock.png\" alt=\"a hide-a-key rock\" class=\"wp-image-1332\" width=\"382\" height=\"384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/A-hide-a-key-rock.png 509w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/A-hide-a-key-rock-298x300.png 298w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/A-hide-a-key-rock-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 382px) 100vw, 382px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>hide-a-key rock<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How does it work?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best hide a keys will be made from a durable type of plastic. These objects are weather-proof, so you can use them all year round. The small ones can comfortably keep keys that are no longer than 2.9 inches in length and 1 inch in width, so don\u2019t attach keyrings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why we recommend it<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-8e6473049dae48594361ca6dede7b3d6\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/LifeProTips\/comments\/2xx6im\/lpt_need_to_hide_an_emergency_spare_key_to_your\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Reddit<\/a> users recommend using a key hider to safely keep an emergency key. Hide a key objects are very inexpensive, and when concealed properly can prove to be pretty useful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-bc22d1b602ea27ff223993ad2fbd8dfd\">Though it\u2019s tempting to buy online, we\u2019d advise checking out the product you&#8217;re interested in in real life first, since it can be hard to tell just how realistic looking it is from a promotional image found on the web. Hardware stores like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/Rock-Key-Hider-711074\/204297410\">Home Depot<\/a> are worth checking out for realistic objects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/hide-a-key-in-a-fake-faucet.png\" alt=\"hide a key in a fake faucet\" class=\"wp-image-1333\" width=\"417\" height=\"318\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/hide-a-key-in-a-fake-faucet.png 417w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/hide-a-key-in-a-fake-faucet-300x229.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 417px) 100vw, 417px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>hide a key in a fake faucet<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After all, its success depends on&nbsp; how well it fits in with your surroundings. If the fake rock you choose is a completely different color to the rocks you have elsewhere in your front yard, it\u2019ll be a dead giveaway that there\u2019s something inside it. Likewise, having the object somewhere \u2018deep\u2019 within the outside of the property (like up a tree or in the back garden) is best if space permits it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-b527d9974bd9952f08d133605715f246\">For a more unconventional approach, a hide-a-key dog poo might be a fun option\u2014and one that\u2019s guaranteed to keep burglars far away. Again, realism is the key to success here (no pun intended), and this option from the <a href=\"https:\/\/theonestopfunshop.com\/products\/dog-poop-hide-a-key\">one-stop-fun-shop<\/a> achieves just that.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"keep-your-hidden-keys-safe-with-security-cameras\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_Your_Hidden_Keys_Safe_with_Security_Cameras\"><\/span><strong>Keep Your Hidden Keys Safe with Security Cameras<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-461c52a02088a2855a9779ac901fd643\" id=\"regardless-of-where-exactly-you-opt-to-hide-your-key-it-pays-to-be-realistic-about-the-risks-this-can-pose-by-having-a-key-anywhere-outside-of-your-property-and-not-on-your-person-there-is-always-going-to-be-a-risk-that-it-is-found-and-used-to-initiate-a-home-invasion\">Regardless of where exactly you opt to hide your key, it pays to be realistic about the risks this can pose. By having a key anywhere outside of your property and not on your person, there is always going to be a risk that it is found and used to <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-to-prevent-home-invasion\/\">initiate a home invasion<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-bfa72f1957ebf29f89f18b97b27dd99a\">That\u2019s why having some kind of home surveillance is a logical next step to <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/apartment-security\/\">ensuring the safety and security of your property<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Alfredcamera_home.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Alfredcamera_home.jpg 800w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Alfredcamera_home-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Alfredcamera_home-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-9d8a48c03b1151ecadf461b58e727120\">Recommended reading:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/porch-pirates\/\">Porch Pirates: 5 Ways To Stop It From Happening To You<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-beff4b7ba12b78d0dbb04d1bec5dcba4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/\"><strong>AlfredCamera<\/strong><\/a> is one such option. By<a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/turn-old-phones-into-security-cameras\/\"> turning your old phone into a fully-functioning security camera<\/a>, you are able to have another pair of eyes and ears watching over your spare key and your front door. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-d30b11893b1f8e3b764bf9de42a8c12b\">If someone starts snooping around the stones on the porch, AlfredCamera can immediately alert you through push notifications. Did we mention it\u2019s free?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background has-link-color wp-elements-1ed48d603620c30c439d63afacfa2691\" style=\"background-color:#faeee3\">Download now for <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alfredcamera.app\/store\/blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">iOS<\/a> <\/strong>and <a href=\"https:\/\/alfredcamera.app\/store\/blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Android<\/strong><\/a> devices, and start protecting your home today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-e8fb49575dc34ed305f57dda86cebe24\">Recommended reading: <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/bad-neighborhood\/\">Bad Neighborhoods: What Are Your Safety And Security Options?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span><strong>FAQ<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-do-i-identify-the-area-to-put-a-key-hiding-device\"><strong>How do I identify the area to put a key-hiding device?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best place to put a hide-a-key device is in an area that allows it to mimic a natural setting. For instance, you should place the hide-a-key rock amongst other rocks outside of your home. Only choose an item that looks realistic in context. If a garden gnome sticks out like a sore thumb against your ultra-modern front door, don\u2019t use it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"does-it-make-sense-to-use-multiple-key-hiding-devices\"><strong>Does it make sense to use multiple key-hiding devices?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-ebc970b699cfa6e4bba8420745fb223c\">According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivint.com\/resources\/article\/top-places-burglars-know-you-hide-keys\">experts<\/a>, it will be more convenient for you to use one key-hiding device at a time. Having multiple devices scattered around your home can quickly begin to confuse family members. Not to mention, the more of them there are, the more likely they will draw attention to themselves, especially if they are all wall mounted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where-do-burglars-look-for-keys\"><strong>Where do burglars look for keys?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common places that burglars look for keys include mailboxes, doormats, and flower pots. Also avoid putting your key under your patio furniture or under the garbage bin. As a rule of thumb, avoid places that are close to the ground &#8211; the higher up the key is positioned, the more likely the home invader will be deterred, even if it seems fairly obvious to them where it is. Attracting attention is never going to be the aim of a burglar, so if a spare key requires five years of elite gymnastics to even attempt to reach it, they probably won\u2019t bother.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are clearly quite a few options when it comes to making decisions on how to hide a key outside your home. That\u2019s why it\u2019s best if everyone living in the property is well aware of where the key will be, as this will help prevent confusion and ultimately reduce the risks associated with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We also suggest you compliment your key-hiders with other security features. 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