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How to Make Your First-Floor Apartment Safe

March 28, 2019|fsstechnologies

In business, getting in on the ground floor is great. You are part of a plan early on to gain an advantage. When it comes to apartment-dwelling, however, getting in on the ground floor is only an advantage in some respects. It’s easier for you and your pets to get in an out, it’s easier to move furniture in and out, but getting in on the ground floor also has a significant disadvantage: it’s easier for thieves.

Does that mean you should nix first-floor apartment living? Not at all. Homeowners face the issue of protecting ground-floor entrances all the time. Check out our 8 Best Ways to Deter Burglars post.
 

How can I make my apartment safe and secure?

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