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originally posted by: eluryh22
a reply to: Boadicea
A dog might help (if you are a dog person). Even a little obnoxious yelping one. Sometimes bad guys follow the path of least resistance and a barking dog can draw attention.
A sign indicating the house is protected (even if it is not).
originally posted by: BuzzyWigs
DOGS help a lot. And "BEWARE OF DOG" signs (even if you don't have a dog) will likely reroute them. Also, signs that indicate your home is protected with a security system (whether it is or not)...
All of these (and the things you mentioned above), are effective deterrents. (My hubby is a former Military Police officer and agrees with all this). Professional pepper spray is good to have nearby (wasp spray is fine, too)....and having a baseball bat within reach at the entrance (your side of the door, etc.)
It is scary, I understand.
Also - you might consider looking into whether or not your neighborhood as a "Neighborhood Watch - WE CALL THE POLICE" sign within sight of your home. Or has a neighborhood watch organization. In my city they put the signs up without us having to 'pay dues' or go to meetings or anything......
Our community expounds "community policing" - (ALWAYS call the police). And they are very prompt to respond, at least here.
EDIT: lol!! I see others have already mentioned my tips.
Be safe!
originally posted by: Revolution9
a reply to: Boadicea
Isn't it the police's job to protect and serve? Oh nooo, that changed somewhere along the line didn't it!
I'm really sorry to be so frank, but something has got to give. Someone needs to start de-escalation proceedings. Do you people really want to live like this?
It is scary, I understand.
Also - you might consider looking into whether or not your neighborhood as a "Neighborhood Watch - WE CALL THE POLICE" sign within sight of your home. Or has a neighborhood watch organization. In my city they put the signs up without us having to 'pay dues' or go to meetings or anything......
originally posted by: Boadicea
I would appreciate any and all suggestions. This is what I've come up with:
1. Yard lights: Solar powered motion-activated lights make it impossible for anyone to approach the house unnoticed.
2. Car key fob: Keep car key fob close at night to hit the panic alarm to get the attention of the neighbors if needed.
3. Home phone: Keep home phone close so when calling 911 on the home phone, the dispatcher will immediately know the address where help is needed, even if the caller has to drop the phone.
4. Wasp spray: Wasp spray will release a concentrated, focused stream up to 25 or 30 feet.
5. Whistles: I ordered a dozen storm whistles this morning that can be heard up to 1/2 a mile under optimal conditions for alerting neighbors.
6. Bells: A string of bells on each door that will alert everyone to an unwelcome visitor.
originally posted by: skunkape23
A baseball bat is only as lethal as you make it.
A shot gun loaded with rock salt.
originally posted by: ParanormalGuy
Make yourself a stun-gun using these cheap high voltage modules (free shipping):
www.banggood.com...
Together with a 18650 battery or two in series it will kick serious ass!
Trust me, I have tried.
originally posted by: lovebeck
Ours is a very nice, legally shortened, Mossberg shot gun.
We don't have little kids, so that's why it's kept within reach, and loaded.
I'm convinced that someone came into our house over the summer. I was home alone and heard someone down stairs walking/rummaging.
I picked up the Mossberg and quietly got to the bottom of the stairs then racked it...Said a few choice words, heard some more foot steps and then quiet.
...[snip]...
I know that if I didn't have that weapon, I would've pooped a brick, I'm sure.
originally posted by: Glassbender777
3. Camera's, they dont even have to work, usually just the sight of one, will deter most people.
7. Pepper spray, Tazers, a Blinding Spot light, Whistle, learn self defense. etc.....