Are Fake Security Signs Enough to Keep Intruders Out?

Some people choose to place fake security signs and stickers on the front of their home so that it looks like they are protected by a home security company. Usually, people do this because they want it to look like they have a security system, but in reality, they’re not quite convinced that they actually need to pay for one.

Are fake security signs and stickers really enough? Do they do an effective job at deterring burglars from the property? After all, the worst thing you’d want to do is give yourself a fake sense of security.

Let’s discuss the pros and cons to fake security decals and signs and whether they’re enough to keep intruders out.

Pros of Using Fake Security Signs

Faking your home’s security does have a few benefits. The first is that it’s much cheaper to go this route than to invest in a complete home security system. You can purchase signs and decals for around $10 and get an authentic logo as well.

Second, it’s quick and easy to slap a few stickers on your windows and put a few signs on your yard. There are no professional installers to hire, holes to drill or wires to run. Finally, it’s possible that fake security signs could keep intruders away. Sometimes, that’s all someone needs to keep moving along.

Cons of Using Fake Security Signs

While it is cheaper to simply purchase signs for your yard, you do get what you pay for. If someone were to break into your home, there would be nothing protecting you and your family. Not to mention, because you might think you’re safe, you may be more likely to leave doors unlocked, windows open, etc.

It’s also possible that a criminal will know your sign is a fake. Many signs out there do not look authentic, and some don’t even display a brand name or logo. If this is the case, your sign may entice burglars because they know you’re faking it!

It’s also important to realize that there could be legal consequences for using material that is copyrighted. If you do choose to go this route, be sure that you are paying for something that won’t blow your cover and won’t bring you legal problems.

In the End, Don’t Fake It

Installing a home security system is the BEST way to keep intruders out. Home security systems can be very affordable, and you’re actually paying for something. If your home is broken into, your monitoring center will be alerted. When the intruder hears the alarm going off, they’ll know that they’ve entered a home that is protected, and they will either leave right away or not get very far.

A true home alarm system brings you real peace of mind, not a false sense of security. Call Texas Security & Surveillance to learn more about our affordable home alarm system protection plans.