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How can using timed lights inside the home make it look occupied when you’re away?

A dark, completely still home for several evenings in a row can hint that no one is around, especially in busy neighbourhoods where lights usually go on and off at normal hours. Timed lights help break that pattern.

Simple plug-in timers or smart bulbs can be set to switch lamps on and off at certain times in the living room, hallway or a bedroom. To anyone outside, the house looks like people are moving through it, even if you’re away for a couple of days.

The lighting doesn’t have to be dramatic – just enough to mimic normal living. It’s a small layer of deterrence that can make an opportunist think twice. Combine it with closed curtains or blinds that still allow a glow, and it feels more convincing.

Again, it’s not a full security system, but it quietly adds to the impression that someone might be home.

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