7 things burglars look for that signal no one is home that most people do without thinking - Silicon Canals

"According to former burglar turned security consultant Michael Fraser, who spent years breaking into homes before turning his life around, these seemingly innocent habits are exactly what professionals look for. "Most people have no idea they're broadcasting an empty house," he told me during a recent interview. "They think they're being careful, but they're actually creating a roadmap." After speaking with several security experts and reformed burglars, I discovered that the things we do without thinking often create the perfect opportunity for break-ins."

"The FBI reports that a burglary occurs every 25.7 seconds in the United States, with most happening during daylight hours when homes are empty. The average loss per burglary? Over $2,600, not counting the emotional toll and sense of violation that lingers long after. Nothing screams 'nobody's home' louder than packages sitting on a porch. Delivery boxes aren't just signals of absence; they're also tempting targets themselves."

Seemingly innocent household habits broadcast that no one is home. Common signals include piled packages on porches, unlit entryways, accumulated mail, and posting real-time vacation photos. Such signals create clear, exploitable opportunities for professional burglars. A burglary occurs every 25.7 seconds in the United States, with most taking place during daylight hours when houses are empty. Average property loss exceeds $2,600, not counting the emotional toll and sense of violation. Package theft has surged with online shopping, making unattended deliveries both signals of absence and attractive, easily stolen targets.

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