When I was growing up back in the ’60s and ’70s we never even thought about locking our doors while we were at home. We could leave items such as lawnmowers, bicycles and most everything else sitting out in the yard with no fear of returning home and discovering that they had been stolen. But my, how times have changed.
Nowadays, not only is leaving valuable possessions outdoors unattended a fool’s game, so is going to bed at night with the doors unlocked. People used to break into homes quite rarely, and then only if they knew that nobody would be at home. Today however they just burst right on in and take what they want, and if you try to stop them you could get assaulted – or worse.
Security cameras can give you fair warning should someone try to break in while you’re at home, and if you’re gone they can record video footage of the break-in to aid the police in apprehending the offender and recovering your property. In short, they are a must for property owners in the dangerous world of the 21st century!
Installing a security camera used to be a complicated and expensive endeavor. The camera itself cost a small fortune, and then you had to run wires from the camera to a VCR or other type of video recording device. Today the process is a lot simpler and much, much cheaper.
Sleek, unobtrusive security cameras are now sold at places like Sam’s Club, Radio Shack, Best Buy and even Wal-Mart, and their prices are extremely affordable. Best of all, wireless models allow you to avoid the hassle and expense of running wires.
The safety and peace of mind that comes with installing a security camera or two will far outweigh the costs involved, and given the reality of living in the modern world, the modest investment will be money well spent.
About the author: Frank Simmons is a retired police officer. He is currently the owner of one of the largest security companies in the state of Florida.