Upgrade Apartment Security Without Lease Violations

Cost Savings

Checklist Tasks

• Request landlord’s written approval for upgrades to avoid violations.
• Replace door strike plate with a heavy-duty model to resist forced entry.
• Install removable door reinforcement bar to deter intruders.
• Add battery-powered alarms to entry points for non-wired alerts.
• Apply privacy film to street-facing windows to obscure valuables.
• Upgrade window locks with pin locks or sash jammers.
• Install a peephole or wide-angle viewer to see visitors safely.
• Use a smart plug or timer to automate lights while away.
• Secure sliding doors with a dowel or security bar in the track.
• Photograph valuables and record serial numbers for recovery.
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors for proper function.
• Review renters insurance theft limits to ensure adequate coverage.