{"id":5580,"date":"2025-08-04T15:17:37","date_gmt":"2025-08-04T12:17:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.askounis-security.gr\/?p=5580"},"modified":"2025-08-04T15:17:37","modified_gmt":"2025-08-04T12:17:37","slug":"simadia-kleftwn-se-spitia-ti-na-prosexete","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.askounis-security.gr\/en\/simadia-kleftwn-se-spitia-ti-na-prosexete\/","title":{"rendered":"Signs of Burglars in Homes: What to Look Out for and How to Protect Yourself"},"content":{"rendered":"

The security of your home is non-negotiable. Many homeowners are unaware that there are signs of burglars in homes<\/strong> which act as \u201csignals\u201d for potential burglars. Understanding and recognizing these signs can help you prevent a burglary before it happens. In this article, we will analyze what the most common signs are, how to spot them, and how to effectively protect your family and property.<\/p>\n

Why thieves leave marks<\/strong><\/p>\n

Organized burglary groups or even individual thieves often use codes and markings to \u201cmap\u201d areas. These markings may be on exterior walls, doors, columns, or even mailboxes, to identify which homes are easier targets.<\/p>\n

Common Signs of Home Burglars<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Engravings on doors or walls<\/strong>
    \nSmall lines or symbols that may seem random, but indicate information about the burglars.<\/li>\n
  2. Strange objects near the entrance<\/strong>
    \nBottles, stones, or even sticky notes can be used to check for movement in the house.<\/li>\n
  3. Coded drawings with chalk or marker<\/strong>
    \nSmall drawings next to doors or sidewalks that give information such as \u201ceasy target\u201d or \u201cdangerous\u201d.<\/li>\n
  4. Strange phone calls or flyers<\/strong>
    \nBurglars may leave leaflets or make anonymous phone calls to check if you are home.<\/li>\n
  5. Neighbors' observations<\/strong>
    \nFrequent presence of strangers looking at the house may be an indication that something is being planned.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    How to React<\/strong><\/p>\n

    If you notice any of the above signs:<\/p>\n