Home security is just as important, if not more so, than home remodeling and beautification. Protecting your home isn’t about making it a fortress—it’s about creating a safe space. But did you know you can protect your home while also protecting the environment? Here are five eco-friendly ways to secure your home without sacrificing beauty or the local ecosystem.
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Dealing With Doors
Doors are often the first line of security against the outside world. Having a door with a good lock protects you and your family from wind, rain, intruders, and pests. Wood doors come from a sustainable material, so they make them among the most sustainable options. However, you need to check and see if the manufacturer has a certificate from a sustainable forestry association, such as the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC).
Choose a paint or finish that’s water-based and free from volatile organic compounds (VOCs) as well. This will keep harmful chemicals out of the environment while making your door look beautiful. It’s a win-win for both your home and the planet.
Light Up Your Life
Light is a subtle but vital form of defense for your home. Use lights to illuminate areas where thieves might try to break in—windows, doors, and other ways to get inside. You should also use motion detector lamps that work only at night and activate in the presence of an intruder. There are multiple models of motion detector lamps that work on solar energy as well. They collect the charge all day long and save it for when you need more light shed on the subject.
Thorny Issues
Chain-link and other fences provide great protection but don’t always look great. Incorporate thorny bushes and similar pretty but thick plant life where you might have a fence. They look great all year long and still provide a barrier that most intruders don’t want to attempt to cross. And unlike a fence, such plants are self-sustaining, constantly growing and providing more security. And they look and smell great, too.
Pests and Critters
Home security doesn’t just involve keeping out human intruders. Plenty of animals can invade your home in search of warmth, food, and a place to raise their young. Keep out pests by using eco-friendly products and methods that don’t employ damaging toxins. Start by keeping things clean, removing food sources, keeping trash bins covered, and sealing up any ways that pests can enter your home. Look for cracks, holes, and poorly sealed areas where utility wires, pipes, and the like enter through the walls.
A Way With Windows
The last of our five eco-friendly ways to secure your home can also save you money. Invest in a secure set of lockable windows at every level of your home. They will keep intruders out and keep the hot or cold air in. With properly sealed and weather-stripped windows, you’ll keep your electricity and gas bills low while helping you feel more secure.
So, you can beautify your home while upgrading security and protecting the local ecosystem!
