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How to secure your home like a pro: 20-plus expert tips and strategies for DIYers

We picked the brains of home-security professionals to learn which devices and tactics deliver the most bang for the buck.

  • A recessed door sensor will be hidden.

  • The new Nest Cam is one of a number of new security cameras designed for the home.

  • Install light switches that can be tied into your security system and you can program lights to automatically turn on if your smoke detector goes off or there's a break-in.

  • Smart smoke detectors can be integrated into your alarm system, too.

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