{"id":4054,"date":"2022-10-24T09:27:01","date_gmt":"2022-10-24T01:27:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/business.playground.my-alfred-dev.com\/blog\/?p=4054"},"modified":"2026-06-29T09:37:01","modified_gmt":"2026-06-29T01:37:01","slug":"signs-that-your-house-is-marked","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/signs-that-your-house-is-marked\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Signs Your House is the Next Burglary Target and What to Do About It\ufffc"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting a house broken into is a frightening prospect for anyone: in moment\u2019s, some of your most important belongings could be gone. Worse still is the risk of harm to yourself or loved ones. We understand the feeling, especially when the intuitive thought that someone is watching kicks in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s not always blind paranoia because burglaries are rampant. The good news is that you don\u2019t have to become a slave to the fear of being burglarized.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this guide, learn the seven signs your house is marked by burglars and how to take immediate action.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background has-link-color wp-elements-b64ca29d04c33d57cceb9dba8dd7948f wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#faeee3\"><strong>Casing a House<\/strong><br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.caldersecurity.co.uk\/how-to-know-if-your-house-is-being-watched-or-targeted-by-burglars\/#:~:text=%E2%80%9CCasing%20a%20house%E2%80%9D%20is%20a,help%20them%20break%20in%20easily.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Casing a house<\/a> describes a burglar\u2019s preliminary actions before breaking into a property. It\u2019s similar to gathering intelligence: the best time to strike, the most convenient entry point, valuables to loot, etc.<\/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\/signs-that-your-house-is-marked\/#7_Signs_Your_House_is_Being_Watched\" title=\"7 Signs Your House is Being Watched\">7 Signs Your House is Being Watched<\/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\/signs-that-your-house-is-marked\/#5_Immediate_Actions_to_Take\" title=\"5 Immediate Actions to Take\">5 Immediate Actions to Take<\/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\/signs-that-your-house-is-marked\/#3_Best_Ways_to_Reduce_Chances_of_Being_Targeted\" title=\"3 Best Ways to Reduce Chances of Being Targeted\">3 Best Ways to Reduce Chances of Being Targeted<\/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\/signs-that-your-house-is-marked\/#AlfredCamera_A_Free_Way_to_Increase_Home_Security\" title=\"AlfredCamera: A Free Way to Increase Home Security\">AlfredCamera: A Free Way to Increase Home Security<\/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\/signs-that-your-house-is-marked\/#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-6\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/signs-that-your-house-is-marked\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Signs_Your_House_is_Being_Watched\"><\/span><strong>7 Signs Your House is Being Watched<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contrary to what Hollywood movies would suggest, real-world burglars prefer to prowl during the day to attempt to appear more inconspicuous. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, how could one tell if a burglar has an eye on their property? Here\u2019s seven signs worth watching out for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Ads, Stickers, and Flyers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Advertising and marketing flyers at the door or in mailboxes might seem harmless. However, these can be signs of burglary casing if they start cropping up suddenly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-b7b2e9111c24572aa798b8d8e39170e3 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/\">AlfredCamera<\/a> users reported that they experienced burglars putting stickers on mailboxes of the houses in their neighborhood that they wanted to target, the stickers acting as marks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Strange Markings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Burglars often \u201cmark\u201d their target. Homeowners might see unusual markings, such as a streak of spray paint on the wall, a glob of ordinary paint on the fence, or a rope tied around a fence post or lamppost. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some crooks can be a bit more creative:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-link-color wp-elements-fcf5c57225430f345d512b7c2b9220a5 is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>&#8216;Burglars have a sort of symbol language to tell other burglars about your house. For example, \u201cold woman lives here,\u201d or something.&#8217;<\/em><\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/AskReddit\/comments\/3chpqv\/serious_what_are_some_telltale_signs_your_house\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">viktorlogi<\/a> (Reddit user)<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Unfamiliar People and Cars on the Street<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s normal for people to park cars on the street in front of their property. But unfamiliar vehicles parked outside of specific properties time and time again can raise an alarm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More troubling is noticing an unfamiliar vehicle roll down the road slower than other vehicles outside specific houses. It is also suspicious if the car decelerates or stops briefly in front of the property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-b4fa2c57a009a3c8e6aed6943ecbc412 wp-block-paragraph\">One person posted an experience on Reddit describing how an unfamiliar vehicle is a possible sign of burglary casing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-link-color wp-elements-f30596546f38fd44595efa5e394e7b10 is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8216;<em>I\u2019ve also spotted a random white van outside of our very quiet street around an hour before this man and remember asking what it was doing here as it didn\u2019t seem to be delivering any parcels.&#8217;<\/em><\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/RBI\/comments\/oozilo\/worried_a_potential_burglar_was_marking_our_house\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Curiously-peculiar<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The same experience was echoed by another Reddit user.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-link-color wp-elements-7e5e27cb5158c9a99547d9e7ad940475 is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8216;<em>If you can identify a pattern of behavior that\u2019s surrounding your house, i.e., someone shows up late every night in the same car, parks across the street, but doesn\u2019t get out. Someone\u2019s house is getting cased on that street.&#8217;<\/em><\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/AskReddit\/comments\/3chpqv\/serious_what_are_some_telltale_signs_your_house\/\">Jonwbrown243<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Request for Emergency Assistance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A neighbor asking for help is one thing. A stranger knocking on somebody else\u2019s door to request assistance is a different story. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Burglars will find ways to scout the target property\u2019s interior and check what they can loot during the most favorable time, or if there have been other kinds of signs previously, it may even be the attempt to break-in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Unlocked Doors and Windows&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the tell-tale signs of a house getting cased for burglary is noticing open windows and doors that had previously been locked. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Burglars employ this technique to make such occurrences seem normal to homeowners, increasing the chance of breaking into the house without the occupants noticing it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-link-color wp-elements-8edaa507d60458b98fbfc280456280c5 is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8216;<em>There were a couple signs: (1) a few days before it happened, we found windows randomly unlocked or ajar throughout the house, and (2) one day, our front door was left wide open\u2026. Unfortunately, we didn\u2019t realize the signs were signs. We just thought they were off occurrences or something.<\/em>&#8216;<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/AskReddit\/comments\/5sbehi\/former_burglars_of_reddit_what_are_some_signs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">redcoatwright<\/a> (Reddit user)<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/an-open-window.jpg\" alt=\"an open window\" class=\"wp-image-4085\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/an-open-window.jpg 800w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/an-open-window-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/an-open-window-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other signs someone was in your house include unfamiliar footprints, out-of-place items, and littering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Broken Outdoor Lights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-76212f01bf008316ab8513bc50b04394 wp-block-paragraph\">Nighttime house break-ins are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adt.com\/resources\/when-do-most-burglaries-occur\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fewer<\/a> than daytime ones, as shared by this Reddit user.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8216;<em>Many of my jobs took place at 12 in the afternoon. Not many are home at that time.\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n<cite>formerburgles<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the signs of a potential nighttime break-in is broken outdoor lights. You might find wirings cut off or lighting fixtures broken to make breaking in easier.&#8217;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Increased Door-to-Door Activities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-e23efc1ab77797e198191cec48d93739 wp-block-paragraph\">Although burglary is sometimes a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reeplawfirm.com\/what-are-crimes-of-opportunity\/#:~:text=Acts%20of%20vandalism%2C%20assault%2C%20and,of%20these%20types%20of%20crimes.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">crime of opportunity<\/a>, some crooks will plan their heist by surveilling a target property through the mask of a door-to-door worker: salespeople, survey takers, utility personnel, and other non-threatening people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-452234475ab970adf11f57770bf11026 wp-block-paragraph\">These burglars will go house to house to determine who lives there, what valuables to steal, and the best time to break in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Immediate_Actions_to_Take\"><\/span><strong>5 Immediate Actions to Take<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are five things to do immediately should there be clear signs that burglars are marking your house as the next target.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Record the observations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note the days and times of the questionable activity. If this involves a vehicle patrolling a certain area, make a note of the vehicle make and model and the appearance and behavior of the suspicious people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#faeee3\"><strong>Pro Tips<br><\/strong><br>Position your security camera towards your driveway or through a second-floor window to observe the street. Enable motion detection, and it will notify connected phones when movement is detected. You can take the necessary actions after that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Inform law enforcement authorities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Report observations to the local police and request increased law enforcement visibility in the area. Burglars are less likely to carry out their plans if they see patrol cars in the neighborhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Notify neighbors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Informing neighbors enables them to become more vigilant about suspicious people, vehicles, and activities in the community. Having many pairs of eyes on the lookout for troublemakers is better than shouldering the task alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Install or reinforce the home security system<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-4978153f6692fee3451ffbc6333179bf wp-block-paragraph\">Smart lighting fixtures with <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/motion-sensors\/\">motion detection sensors<\/a> are excellent tools for deterring burglars. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-bdbb02636acd474ef3263844f14bd68d wp-block-paragraph\">Advanced security cameras with infrared night vision, motion sensing, and other cutting-edge technologies can also increase burglary prevention.<\/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=\"Have you tried these tips yet? secrets to burglary proof your home \ud83d\udd28\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DsGBERKjnGk?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><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Find other ways to prevent break-ins<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-44c847b733f9397dd2c3817ebf768dfd wp-block-paragraph\">Another common method is getting a large dog to scare off burglars. Most homeowners have a Bullmastiff, Rottweiler, German Shepherd, Komondor, or any of the canine world\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cesarsway.com\/top-10-best-guard-dogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best guard dogs<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Modifying and reinforcing door and window locks will also help, and so does securing other potential entry points.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Best_Ways_to_Reduce_Chances_of_Being_Targeted\"><\/span><strong>3 Best Ways to Reduce Chances of Being Targeted<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Though it can sometimes feel otherwise, it is possible to take steps to reduce the likelihood of being targeted. Check out the following three methods to reduce the chances of being the next burglary target.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Security Camera<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-cd52739790f39ffb877584583baa1437 wp-block-paragraph\">Advanced video surveillance and security systems can make homes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adt.com\/resources\/do-surveillance-cameras-statistically-reduce-crime#:~:text=Security%20cameras%20will%20generally%20deter,reasons%20they%20are%20so%20effective.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">300% safer<\/a> against burglaries than residences without such technologies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-f1cf4ef8111b3fe222e86e096f0632b8 wp-block-paragraph\">After all, what crook would want a video record of their criminal activities? Opt for a <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wireless-security-cameras\/\">security camera with wireless connectivity<\/a>, motion detection, infrared night vision, and other high-tech capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background has-link-color wp-elements-851b2d671bdb5784bca50c40106aea38 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#faeee3\"><strong>AlfredCam <\/strong>Overview<br><br>Ready to take the plunge and invest in your first security camera? With motion detection, night vision, and a remarkably easy user experience, AlfredCam is a no-brainer for a first-time security camera user. Read our <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/alfredcam-reivew\/\">in-depth overview of AlfredCam<\/a> to decide for yourself.<br><br>AlfredCamera is available for free on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/link.alfredcamera.app\/store\/blog-signs-house-marked\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">App Store&nbsp;and&nbsp;Google Play Store<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Smart Lighting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although floodlights can deter some burglars, it\u2019s not a catch-all preventative measure. Smart lighting fixtures, on the other hand, can mimic the presence of someone inside the house through schedules. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These devices dim without movement and brighten when it detects motion within a predetermined area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background has-link-color wp-elements-a107e21017def2177aabf48f1e18bae2 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#faeee3\">Different kinds of automatic lighting are associated with potentially reducing the risk of burglary. Discover how <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/motion-detector-lights\/\">motion detector lights<\/a> can work for you, or check out how the incorporation of <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/floodlight-camera\/\">a floodlight onto a security camera<\/a> can help make up for reduced lighting on the outside of a property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Smart Alarm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Security alarm systems connected to intelligent lighting fixtures and security cameras can reduce the likelihood of burglary. An intruder might run away if the technology activates an ear-splitting siren. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More importantly, the noise will draw neighbors\u2019 attention. For instance, AlfredCamera offers Siren to \u201cscare\u201d burglars and \u201calert\u201d the neighborhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background has-link-color wp-elements-789d481af18133de5cd5d66c3bea39a5 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#faeee3\">Curious about the machinations of alarm systems? Take a closer look at <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-alarm-systems-work\/\">how security alarms work<\/a>, and find out what the different types are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"AlfredCamera_A_Free_Way_to_Increase_Home_Security\"><\/span><strong>AlfredCamera: A Free Way to Increase Home Security<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Installing a security camera system remains the best deterrent against burglars and the most proactive way to avoid having a house be targeted. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Setting up a dependable video security and surveillance network could be costly, given the hardware and software requirements.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-0842c92cb6bda894186c99a069178906 wp-block-paragraph\">AlfredCamera is a home security app <a href=\"https:\/\/link.alfredcamera.app\/store\/blog-signs-house-marked\">available on iOS and Android<\/a> devices that empowers users by converting their <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/turn-old-phones-into-security-cameras\/\">spare smartphones into high-tech security cameras<\/a> (without any of the associated costs).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Alfredcamera_home-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1358\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Alfredcamera_home-2-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Alfredcamera_home-2-1-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll enjoy push notifications, motion detection, 24\/7 coverage, and other intelligent features to improve home security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8216;I recently updated my phone and watched a video that showed how to use your old phone as a security camera. The video recommended (Alfred) I downloaded the app and setup was very user friendly now I want to add a second phone. Sure beats some expensive alternatives I told more than a few friends. Nice way to check on pets or elderly. I also like the microphone and alarm you can use remotely.&#8217;<\/p>\n<cite>One AlfredCamera user<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span><strong>FAQ<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How can you tell if someone is marking your house?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anything out-of-the-ordinary should tell you if someone is marking your house. It can include strangers walking around the neighborhood suspiciously, or unfamiliar vehicles parked outside a home that doesn\u2019t belong to the driver. Some burglars mark a target with stickers or fake flyers. They might knock on the door and find an excuse to interact under the guise of a door-to-door salesperson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What do burglars use to mark houses?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Burglars can use any marking tool to \u201cpaint\u201d a target house. It could be as simple as chalk, a string tied to a tree branch or lamppost, a smear of paint, or blue or white spray paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Does leaving a light on at night deter burglars?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-0d2f77da0a0a76eef1c61ddc5635101f wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, leaving a light on at night may deter burglars. A KGW8 survey <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kgw.com\/article\/news\/investigations\/86-burglars-say-how-they-break-into-homes\/283-344213396\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">revealed<\/a> that burglaries are usually a crime of opportunity. Keeping the lights on might or might not deter burglars, depending on how they assess the situation. The best way to deter burglars using lights is to mimic the lighting conditions of an occupied house through scheduled smart lighting and choosing to keep the lights off in certain rooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What time of night do most burglaries occur?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-6624ee3586105066301aef54a6b9c63a wp-block-paragraph\">The FBI says that most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adt.com\/resources\/when-do-most-burglaries-occur\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">burglaries happen<\/a> between ten in the morning and three in the afternoon, contrary to the assumption that they only happen at night. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kgw.com\/article\/news\/investigations\/86-burglars-say-how-they-break-into-homes\/283-344213396\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">KGW8 News survey<\/a> showed that most burglars prefer breaking into homes between 12:30 PM and 2:30 PM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What type of houses do burglars target?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-62adc2c0295d5c0277b2a99ee05e80cc wp-block-paragraph\">The UK\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.met.police.uk\/cp\/crime-prevention\/protect-home-crime\/residential-burglary-facts\/#:~:text=Burglars%20often%20look%20for%20homes,features%20that%20they%20can%20exploit.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Metropolitan Police Service<\/a> says burglars look for houses with exploitable features, such as open doors and windows, cracked eaves, loose roof tiles, zero home security systems, and structural vulnerabilities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-05f05bee6a662022d8acb7be10f70471 wp-block-paragraph\">On the other hand, Quora member, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quora.com\/What-kind-of-homes-do-burglars-target-They-dont-seem-to-target-mansions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Memorial for John Arnold<\/a>, said houses in economically-challenged communities are targets because of increased access. Other potential targets are homes with many hiding places (i.e., trees, sheds, tall bushes). Isolated homes are also more vulnerable to break-ins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-5d51156927ddd57dc01fe748a3eba5a8 wp-block-paragraph\">Meanwhile, townhouses, residences in a cul-de-sac, and homes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyhandyman.com\/list\/things-you-dont-know-youre-doing-that-make-your-house-a-target-for-burglars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">in the middle of a neighborhood<\/a> block make better targets for burglars.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where do burglars usually break in?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-a86914f0f29a69cf88f33a27b4c1f352 wp-block-paragraph\">More than a third (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.adt.com\/resources\/how-do-burglars-break-into-houses#:~:text=Front%20door%3A%2034%25%20of%20burglars,gain%20entrance%20through%20the%20garage.\">34%<\/a>) of burglars break in through the front door. 23% break in through first-floor windows, while 22% use the backdoor. About 9% slide under a slightly open garage door, 6% will break in through other unlocked openings, and 4% will pass through the basement. Only 2% will gain access via second-floor windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-7a84b67afeae15f5ec1e2885586542c9 wp-block-paragraph\">In light of these stats, check out these suggestions as to <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/home-security-camera-placement\/\">where to install home security cameras<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where do robbers look first?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-e964732887d2dae0bac07e8e2c928902 wp-block-paragraph\">Burglars look at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rd.com\/list\/where-do-burglars-look\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">master bedroom first<\/a>, checking under the mattress, inside the bedroom closet, and in dresser drawers. Portable safes will be targeted. If the master bedroom is inaccessible, burglars head to the home office or study room before checking the living room and kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to do if someone is outside your house at night?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-d48bf5edfc20f0ef0b26011d27c7971f wp-block-paragraph\">If there is someone outside your house at night, it\u2019s best to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.safewise.com\/blog\/what-to-do-when-an-intruder-is-in-your-home\/\">asc<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.safewise.com\/blog\/what-to-do-when-an-intruder-is-in-your-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ertain the situation<\/a> by listening more intently for unusual sounds or by watching on a security camera. Do not attempt to confront them. Stay calm and assess your options about the possibility of escape, or hide in a safe place and lock the door behind you. Keep a phone on you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t make any unnecessary noise and call the police. Speak as quietly as possible while supplying the police with all the required information. Remember to follow whatever instructions the police provide. Take note of all observations because they can be handy in an official police investigation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A home security camera that features a two-way talk could also help deter loiterers, alongside a siren to scare intruders or burglars away.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learning the different signs your house might be the next burglary target is vital to determining the necessary courses of action. Security cameras and smart lighting fixtures that are part of a smart alarm system should give peace of mind against potential home intruders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-1c9e57db31c0ad3ce1a73871055a3f35 wp-block-paragraph\">Recommended reading: <br><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/what-to-do-if-you-are-home-during-a-breakin\/\">What to Do If Someone is in Your House When Home Alone<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-to-prevent-home-invasion\/\">How To Prevent Home Invasion: 5 Essential Ways<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/back-door-security\/\">10 Inexpensive Tricks to Secure Your Back Door from Break-ins<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/porch-pirates\/\">Porch Pirates: 5 Ways to Stop It From Happening to You<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What do burglars use to mark houses?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Burglars can use any marking tool to \u201cpaint\u201d a target house. 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