Through a Criminal’s Eyes: How Burglars Decide Which Homes to Hit
- shelby363
- Jun 6
- 2 min read

What does your property say to someone looking to break in?
As unsettling as it sounds, professional burglars don’t break into homes or businesses at random. They scan for patterns, weak spots, and signs that tell them one thing: This place is an easy target.
At HomeSync Security, we’ve spent years analyzing security footage, patterns of crime, and firsthand reports. Here’s what we’ve learned—straight from the other side.
What Criminals Look For First
No cameras (or dummy ones they can easily spot)
Overgrown bushes or dark areas perfect for hiding
Empty driveways during the day = no one's home
Packages or mail stacking up
Unlocked sheds or side gates
Obvious signs of routine (same lights, no movement, etc.)
Even something as small as the kind of doorbell you have can tell a thief whether you're paying attention—or vulnerable.

What Makes Them Walk Away
Criminals don’t like:
Visible, real security cameras with overlapping views
Smart lighting that reacts to motion
Loud, fast alarms triggered by actual intrusion, not just motion
Signs of unpredictability—cars moved, lights on timers, etc.
Security systems they’ve never seen before (like ours 👀)
Burglars don’t want to get caught. If your home looks like work—or worse, a trap—they’ll move on.

How HomeSync Builds "Uninviting" Properties for Criminals
We don’t just install equipment—we design deterrents. Every system we install is customized to create:
Sightlines that eliminate hiding spots
Lighting and camera pairings that expose movement
Audio/visual triggers that interrupt crime-in-progress
Smart notifications that put you in control—no matter where you are
🔍 Get a Criminal-Eye View of Your Property—for Free
We’ll walk your home or business and point out what a burglar sees—before they ever do.
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