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Living on your own in an apartment can be the perfect way for you to safely enjoy the city life. With the extra security features apartment buildings provide, you might forget about daily safety precautions; however it is best to stick to a strict security routine in order to protect yourself and your belongings. To ensure you and your apartment are not prone to vulnerability, follow these safety precautions for apartment dwellers.
Always let the Lobby Door Close Behind You
Although this may seem like an obvious security measure, it is one of the more common factors in compromising your safety as well as everyone else’s in the building. When leaving or entering your apartment, always make sure the main security door closes after you and is properly locked. This will prevent any non-residents or unwelcome guests from entering the premises and jeopardizing the security of everyone who lives there.
Use Your Peephole
A secondary security feature that comes with most apartments is the door peep hole. When used, the peephole can make the difference between opening the door for the right or wrong person. If you are not expecting a visitor, be sure to check through the peephole before opening the door. This will ensure your safety and prevent unwanted visitors from entering your apartment.
Invest in a Safe
If you are concerned about your valuables, investing in a safe is a wise decision. Small safes can cost anywhere from 80 to 200 dollars; but this extra step in security will ensure that, even when you are not home, your valuables and important documents will not be accessible to anyone who may enter your apartment.
Purchase Good Blinds
In an apartment building, the close proximity to your neighbours means the possibility of someone observing your daily behaviours and routines increases, which can potentially compromise your security. Investing in some good quality blinds or blackout curtains will allow you to protect your privacy and reduce the risk of being observed. Taking this step will reduce the risk of being a victim of break ins and increase the security level of your apartment.
Taking extra steps to protect your safety and security in an apartment building is important. Even simple steps like purchasing good quality blinds and ensuring the lobby door is closed will decrease the risk of compromising your safety. Following these tips will ensure you and your valuables are secure and will protect you from any unwanted visitors entering your apartment. For more ideas on how to increase your safety in an apartment building, visit the Medallion blog.
