The Pros and Cons of using Fake Security Signs

You may have seen a few fake security signs in your neighbour’s yard and wondered to yourself – do these actually work to deter criminals from breaking in?

Let’s start with the good news; there are a few benefits of having fake security signs…

Pros:

      ·         It is so much cheaper to purchase fake security signs than to actually buy an entire home security system.

      ·         Slapping a few fake stickers and signs on your doors and windows takes basically no time at all.

      ·         This method can actually work, but it all depends on the type of burglars and how serious they are about breaking in. Faking it is sometimes enough to scare away possible intruders.

You get what you paid for, so faking a security system could possibly backfire, so maybe think twice about fake security signs.

Cons:

      ·         A lot of fake security signs look unconvincing, so if you’re going down this route make sure they actually look real.

      ·         Clever thieves will Google your security company to make sure they actually exist, if it looks fake, your cover can be blown.

      ·         Before you put up fake security signs, make sure you’re not going to get into legal trouble for using a company’s name.

      ·         If you have fake security signs, there is no real home security system that will alert you when someone has broken into your house – allowing burglars to make off easily with all your stuff!

Using fake security signs is risky, and often it is not worth the risk! A better idea would be to simple get a home security system installed, yes it can be pricey, it is worth it.

If you’re not willing to install a legitimate home security system, join the neighbourhood crime watch in your area and install the PatrolMan app on your phone. This innovative neighbourhood watch app allows members to take back control of crime in the community, keep up to date with the latest crime stats and incidents as well as utilise the SOS button in an emergency situation!