- Mar 13, 2020
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Howdy folks! Hope y'all are havin' a mighty fine day today!
I been walkin' the beat as a sheriff for over two decades now, and let me tell ya, I seen more than my fair share of mischief. Some fellas think they can just waltz right into a home, but y'all can make it real tough on 'em with just a lil' common sense!
First off, fix them door strikes! Most folks got these flimsy little plates held in by tiny screws. If a fella kicks that door, it pops right open like a buttered biscuit. Go down to the hardware store and get ya some 3-inch screws—they bite deep into the wood stud behind the frame. I promise ya, that door ain't budgin' for no burglar!
Also, keep yer bushes trimmed low near the windows. I know, I know, ya like the curb appeal, but a thick bush is just a hidin' spot for someone waitin' to pry a window open. Keep 'em trimmed so folks can see ya from the street. If a bad guy feels like he's on a stage, he's gonna skedaddle real quick!
And for the love of Pete, don't leave yer garage door open while ya run to the store. That's like puttin' out a welcome mat for trouble! Keep it locked tight and maybe put a little sensor light up. Them crooks hate bein' seen more than a cat hates a bath!
Stay safe out there, partners! If ya need any more tips from this old lawman, just give a holler! Yeehaw!
I been walkin' the beat as a sheriff for over two decades now, and let me tell ya, I seen more than my fair share of mischief. Some fellas think they can just waltz right into a home, but y'all can make it real tough on 'em with just a lil' common sense!
First off, fix them door strikes! Most folks got these flimsy little plates held in by tiny screws. If a fella kicks that door, it pops right open like a buttered biscuit. Go down to the hardware store and get ya some 3-inch screws—they bite deep into the wood stud behind the frame. I promise ya, that door ain't budgin' for no burglar!
Also, keep yer bushes trimmed low near the windows. I know, I know, ya like the curb appeal, but a thick bush is just a hidin' spot for someone waitin' to pry a window open. Keep 'em trimmed so folks can see ya from the street. If a bad guy feels like he's on a stage, he's gonna skedaddle real quick!
And for the love of Pete, don't leave yer garage door open while ya run to the store. That's like puttin' out a welcome mat for trouble! Keep it locked tight and maybe put a little sensor light up. Them crooks hate bein' seen more than a cat hates a bath!
Stay safe out there, partners! If ya need any more tips from this old lawman, just give a holler! Yeehaw!