Everybody wants to feel safe and comfortable in their own homes. Burglaries are one of the most common incidents for homeowners, which may have you wondering how secure your mobile is from theft. Consider the following safety measures for your home so you can sleep soundly at night.

Install Additional Locks

Thanks to their raised position, mobile homes have the advantage of being generally more difficult for thieves to access by way of the windows. However, this makes doors the main target for gaining entry into your home. Aside from the standard lock on your doorknob, we recommend installing additional locks such as a chain or a swing bar lock to adequately secure your home.

Invest in a Security System

When determining how safe your mobile home is from theft, it's a good idea to look at your current security system. Having locks on the door is helpful, but it's only the first step in properly securing your home from intruders and thieves. Motion-activated spotlights are one of the most common and easy-to-install theft-prevention methods; sometimes, the light exposure is enough to ward off thieves.

However, it doesn't hurt to invest in a proper security system that can alert the appropriate authorities or capture intruders on camera. However, those living in mobile home communities may need to verify the rules and guidelines of their area to find out if installing such security systems is permissible.

Protect Your Valuables

You can take preventative measures to deter thieves through additional locks and security systems. Still, if thieves manage to penetrate your home, we recommend having a secure safe for protecting your valuables. Keeping essential documents and irreplaceable items inside a firmly mounted safe will prevent thieves from getting their hands on them.

When looking to protect your home from burglaries, start with the strength of your manufactured home's exterior doors—the parts and tools you need are available from Mobile Home Outfitters. Contact us today for more information regarding preparing your home for such attacks.