12 Easy Ways to Improve Your Home's Security

An overfilled mailbox is a signal that you’re away. Ask a friend to empty your box and keep your porch clear of mail and fliers.

Thieves look for an easy mark; making your home look tough to crack will encourage them to move on. You can easily put up security system decals — a clear deterrent — even if you don't have a system.

Putting some smart light dimmers in street-facing rooms or installing smart shades lets you control them all via app while you’re away. Put them on a random schedule to make it look like someone's always home.

Overgrown foliage tells thieves they’ll have less chance of being seen while they work, and also that you may not frequently be around. Cut back those branches so it’s not so easy for burglars to hide.