Tips on protecting your home during March break getaway

By News Staff

Posted March 7, 2013 11:06 am.

This article is more than 5 years old.

Are you planning to head out of town for March break?

If so, police are reminding people to protect their homes from potential burglars.

Below are some tips (courtesy of Halton Police):

Don’t share your vacation plans on social media
Don’t leave a message on your phone saying you are away
Set a timer for lights to go on and off automatically
Leave your home in the care of someone you trust
Have someone you trust pick up of your mail
Consider temporarily suspending newspaper delivery
Arrange for someone to remove snow off your driveway and sidewalk
Ask your neighbour to park in your driveway or in your garage
Let your security company know you’ll be on vacation

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