A Security Check – feeling at home, in your new home

Meeting your neighbors and connecting with your new community is one of the most rewarding parts of moving into your new home.  The value of a good neighbor extends well beyond a “cup of sugar.”  Having an extra set of eyes looking out for you when you’re not home adds a valuable layer of protection to your overall sense of safety and security.  Here are some ideas and suggestions to consider when you are putting together your family’s home safety plan.

1. Community Watch Group – If your HOA (homeowners association) doesn’t already have a community watch group, start one. It’s as easy as collecting a small group of neighbors who agree to patrol the community, eyes wide open at various times.
2.  Smart Lock Technology – With Lennar’s Everything’s Included® Homes homeowners enjoy a Baldwin® Evolved Smart Lock with touch-to-open convenience. Or use the Kevo™ mobile app to issue eKeys to friends and family and monitor who comes and goes from your Connected Home.   Watch Video
3. Basic Safety – Without question ensures that your doors, windows, porch doors, and garage doors are closed and locked when you are away from home.
4. Fire Safety – Ensure your smoke alarms are in working order and that your fire hydrant is serviced annually. Have a plan in the case of a fire, make a map and do regular fire drills with your family.
5. Automate Lighting – When you aren’t home set your lights and shades on a schedule, so it appears that someone is home. With Lennar’s Everything’s Included Homes homeowners enjoy the safety and convenience of the Lutron Smart Bridge PRO which gives control of lights, shades, and temperature with the Lutron App or Pico remote.
6. Smart Door Technology – There are many options today for smart door security.  Lennar’s Everything’s Included Homes homeowners enjoy Ring® Video Doorbell Elite or Pro. Watch Video
7. Emergency Contact Numbers – Take a moment to print out your family’s emergency contact numbers as well as those of neighbors.
8. Pet Safety – Don’t forget your furry or winged family members in the case of an emergency, assign a family member to take the lead.

For more ways to feel at home, in your new home check out Lennar’s Open-Door Blog.