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In Los Angeles, first impressions matter. Whether you’re hosting guests, preparing to sell, or just want your home to reflect your style, curb appeal is a big deal. But here’s the twist: boosting curb appeal doesn’t have to come at the expense of safety. In fact, you can improve both at the same time.
With help from a professional security assessment, you can make your home look amazing and protect it more effectively. Here’s how to strike that balance.
Light It Right
Good lighting adds instant charm—but it’s also one of the most effective deterrents against break-ins. Criminals prefer the dark. So use warm, welcoming lights to highlight pathways, porches, and entry points. A professional security assessment will help you identify dark corners and suggest the best spots for motion sensors or dusk-to-dawn fixtures that blend security with style.
Landscape With Purpose
Neatly trimmed hedges and colorful plants can elevate your curb appeal in a heartbeat. But security-wise? Overgrown bushes near windows are a big red flag. They give burglars places to hide. Keep shrubs low and consider thorny plants under windows for added protection. A SafeHouse consultant can even recommend landscaping strategies that complement both design and defense.
Fence Smarter, Not Taller
A good fence should enhance your property’s look—without giving someone a place to hide. Solid fences may offer privacy, but open fencing (like wrought iron or spaced pickets) lets you see what’s happening outside and makes it harder for someone to go unnoticed. This is something we often review during a professional security assessment, especially for corner lots or homes near foot traffic.
Hide the Hardware (But Not the Message)
Alarm company signs and camera placement can affect curb appeal—but they’re also deterrents. The trick is to place them tastefully. Visible doesn’t have to mean obnoxious. Let us show you how to blend functionality with aesthetics so your home stays secure and attractive.
This article was written by a professional at SafeHouse Security Consultants. SafeHouse Security Consultants’ mission was to bring peace of mind into the home. We want to remove those fears and give you and your family peace of mind and security by applying our ten years of experience protecting people and properties to your home. We can help you protect your home with home security system companies in Hollywood, and eliminate those fears so that you can concentrate on the things that matter most to you.
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