Thanks for the coverage on this post, in buying a home security system this control aspect from smart devices is actually what I'm researching first. Then whoever has the best platform is whom I'm going to be using. You should also consider whether the external doors themselves are strong enough to withstand attack. Security doors can be expensive, running into thousands for steel reinforced doors in steel frames. But there are cheaper options — a Burglarybuster Nightlock Pull Up Security Bar can be purchased for €69. This bar can be laid across external doors at night. It reinforces the lower part of the door and means efforts to knock it in will create far more noise — always effective in deterring burglars. Windows should be fitted with locks. For ease of use, you can arrange for all locks fitted to be opened with a single key. If you go to , there is a home security audit checklist on the site to help you identify potential weak areas in your security and offer solutions. In 2016, there were an estimated 1,053,000 home burglaries in the United States, according to FBI data.