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For anyone who is renting or owning their own flat or apartment, one of the first important concern that comes to mind when living on their own, is home security. Basic burglar security can be as simple as having chain bolts and deadbolt locks on the front doors, lockable windows, while advanced burglar security systems can include infra-red motion sensors, vibration sensors on windows and an alarm box wired into the telephone system.

Even if you have live in a exceedingly safe neighborhood with excellent public services like Police, firefighters, paramedics who arrive within minutes of an emergency call, prevention is far better than treatment. You only need to leave a single door or window unlocked for a minute to allow the opportunistic thieve to enter your property and steal valuable belongings such as passports, money, wallets, mobile phones and laptop computers.

For apartment security, other simple security measures include having a peephole on the front door, and an intercom for the main communal entrance. If you do not have the luxury of a concierge at the front door, then you may wish installing or upgrading to a video intercom instead. You may also consider having a CCTV system installed for any other doors leading into and out of the building.

It's important to think about changing all the locks to the doors when you're moving into a new place. You should always ask for identifications from anyone delivering a package before you let them inside. Even if you're just going out for a moment, you should always make sure that all the doors, windows, and balcony doors are sealed before you leave.

Here are some more burglar security tips. Think about getting a small safe to secure your very valuable small items. Buying renter's insurance is also a great way to protect yourself in case your things are stolen. Renter's insurance also protects you in the case of water or fire damage, even if it's caused by the neighbors. It's a good idea to familiarize yourself with your neighbors. That way you'll know whether someone inside the building belongs there or not.

Strangers to a locked building sometimes gain entry by trying all the buzzers until at least one resident unlocks the door for them. Another common access method is for the person seeking to gain entry to look for a key under the mat, or other easily guessed locations. Guarding against these common entry methods can mean not coming home to an empty apartment. Especially important for female tenants, only your surname and initials should be used on any nameplates, or other areas that also describe your home's physical location.

One important thing to consider when owning or renting an apartment is home security. Security measures to prevent burglary can be as direct as having deadbolts and chain bolts installed on the doors and locks on the windows. Advanced burglar security uses vibration sensors, motion sensors, and alarm boxes. A safe can be used for valuables. For apartment security, you may want to have a peephole on the front door and an intercom for the main entrance. If the front door is not monitored, then you may wish to install a video intercom instead or a CCTV system installed for doors leading in and out of the building.