Get ready to be scared! Halloween season is one of joy and fright as you pass out your trick or treat to the dressed-up ghouls and goblins, but it’s also time to keep your property secure.
There is an estimated 17% increase in crime-related claims during Halloween season, so we’ve outlined five of the most common “tricks” that could threaten your property, along with tips at the end on how to prevent them.
Vandalism is one of the most common crimes during spooky season. More vandalism occurs on October 31 than any other day, except for New Year’s Day, according to a GateHouse Media data analysis of the FBI’s National Incident-Based Reporting System. The anonymity of costumes emboldens pranksters to egg your building or cover cars in toilet paper.
1. Be Careful with the Office Decorations
If your office decorates for Halloween, it’s easy to go overboard with electrical decorations and open flames like candles, which can be a fire hazard. With EyeQ Virtual Guard we’re able to instantly notify you of any event so you can have an eye on what’s happening and easily contact first responders in the case of any emergency.
2. Keep the Cars in your Lot Closed
To add on to the anonymity factor tricksters are prone to get too carried away and try to drive away with your valuable property. EyeQ Virtual Guard enables a quick response to potential threats in any environment allowing you stop the thieves before they even get near your property.
3. Keep the Artwork off the Wall
Graffiti is another popular prank among troublemakers on Halloween. Traveler’s Insurance reported a 68% increase in vandalism claims on Halloween compared to the other 364 days of the year. We can help at EyeQ to give you access to an audio deterrence tool as a key feature of our remote video monitoring systems. The sudden presence of a loud human voice addressing the intruder directly can be startling and intimidating.
4. Keep the Items in the Office
Property crime is among the list of common crimes committed on Halloween, with 60% of property crimes involving theft. You don’t want to lose any of your candy, increase your security and safety. EyeQ Virtual Guard gives you 24/7 monitoring and an instant visual on what’s important and get all the key information when you need it.
Stop all the Tricks and Enjoy Your Treats
Don’t let preventable crimes ruin your Halloween. With EyeQ Virtual Guard, you can protect your property and save money while enjoying a stress-free holiday. Contact us today for your free quote and take the first step toward ensuring your property is safe from spooky season tricks.
