When looking at security devices and systems for your home, you’ll probably start considering all the things you may need in case of an emergency, like fire hazards or burglary. Knowing what these situations might look like can help you make the right choice, so when it comes to picking a home security system it can be useful to know when burglars act.
Knowing when a burglary is most likely to occur can help you plan on when to arm your security system, when to make it look like someone is at home when you’re gone, and even help you plan outings. We did the research on when your home is most likely to get broken into, and the answers may surprise you. Here are the top three times thieves are most likely to try a break-in.
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1. The middle of the day (especially early afternoon)
Thieves have a lot to gain by acting in the middle of the day.
