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Keeping your home safe from intruders or thieves doesn’t have to be a huge investment. There are plenty of small things you can do yourself to protect your property.

Home Security DIY Tips

These simple DIY projects can be done in a couple of hours, and they’re sure to keep thieves from stealing your stuff.

The Family Handyman has some great tips for DIY home improvement projects, and this installment is all about securing your home from thieves.

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Given the right tools and enough time, a determined thief can steal almost anything. The Family Handyman editor, Elisa Bernick, shares three common backyard targets for thieves and what you can do make it harder to steal your stuff.

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