The economic crisis was a bucket of water to the face for many people to the realities of the amenities that they might not be able to afford such as: their car, house, boat, and any other property they might have owned prior to the crash of the housing market. While some people have had to do away with their homes, others have used their other properties such as campers, and boats as temporary or even permanent housing. In particular, many cities on the coastal areas of the United States have access to boat docks and housing. It may not be on stable ground but the calming shift of the waves can act as a tranquil living spot, which is also portable anywhere around the coast. This may be your dream house and you don't even know it. However like all apartments, condos, or houses, a boat house has the same responsibility of home security. Just because your boat may lie outside of the hustle and bustle of many areas of the city, it doesn't mean that it is clear from intruders. If fact, the dark and breezy coast might just be the perfect target for any daring burglar. Here are some tips to improve security on your boat house:
* First of make sure you choose a comfortable location for your property/boat. You would want to take the same precautions with a boat as with home security and one way to do this is to choose a good dock or neighborhood near the port. You might think twice about setting up in a less than beautiful neighborhood, and don't think that because you're on water that no one will want to visit unexpectedly.
* When you move into your new house boat make sure you change the locks on the boat. It may not cross your mind but you'll be wishing you did when a past owner which may have kept an extra set of keys sabotages not only your boat but your house and all its belongings. Also, it would be smart to reinforce your locks just to be safe. A commercial deadbolt is a great safety precaution and is relatively inexpensive $25-70 dollars.
* Get to know your neighbors. They might be fishermen on the nearest wharf, but it's good to meet the people who are around your house most of the day. Talk to neighbors whether on land or water, and also business owners.
* Don't leave any spare keys anywhere obvious. This probably wouldn't be a problem however you could leave your keys with trusted dock security, or a friend or neighbor.
* Hire a trusted care-taker of your house boat. Someone who might know a thing or two about boat maintenance would be suggested, otherwise consult the dock care taker. They would probably know an eligible person for the job.
* Take precautions on putting locks on any other openings to your house boat like windows, sun-roof, sliding glass doors. These opening are usually easy targets for burglars.
* Lastly, the most secure step to take is to get a trusted home alarm system. They may be a bit more expensive but they are the best protection for any interested burglar. With a home alarm system you and your boat can always feel comfortable and safe.
* First of make sure you choose a comfortable location for your property/boat. You would want to take the same precautions with a boat as with home security and one way to do this is to choose a good dock or neighborhood near the port. You might think twice about setting up in a less than beautiful neighborhood, and don't think that because you're on water that no one will want to visit unexpectedly.
* When you move into your new house boat make sure you change the locks on the boat. It may not cross your mind but you'll be wishing you did when a past owner which may have kept an extra set of keys sabotages not only your boat but your house and all its belongings. Also, it would be smart to reinforce your locks just to be safe. A commercial deadbolt is a great safety precaution and is relatively inexpensive $25-70 dollars.
* Get to know your neighbors. They might be fishermen on the nearest wharf, but it's good to meet the people who are around your house most of the day. Talk to neighbors whether on land or water, and also business owners.
* Don't leave any spare keys anywhere obvious. This probably wouldn't be a problem however you could leave your keys with trusted dock security, or a friend or neighbor.
* Hire a trusted care-taker of your house boat. Someone who might know a thing or two about boat maintenance would be suggested, otherwise consult the dock care taker. They would probably know an eligible person for the job.
* Take precautions on putting locks on any other openings to your house boat like windows, sun-roof, sliding glass doors. These opening are usually easy targets for burglars.
* Lastly, the most secure step to take is to get a trusted home alarm system. They may be a bit more expensive but they are the best protection for any interested burglar. With a home alarm system you and your boat can always feel comfortable and safe.
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