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Everybody loves backyards. They bring us closer to nature and offer a space to relax, soak up the sun, and spend quality time with family and friends. However, while outdoor spaces often bring a sense of peace, they don’t always come with peace of mind.
Ensuring your backyard is both safe and private is essential. Ensuring privacy isn’t always easy. With Arlo by your side, it can be. By following these simple recommendations, you can significantly boost your home’s security while enjoying your outdoor space even more. Let’s explore how to make your backyard private from day one.
Ready? Here are 6 tips to make your backyard private.
To make your backyard private, start by installing a fence, strategically planting trees and hedges, adding security cameras and lights, and incorporating latticework. Strategically placing barriers and cameras not only enhance your privacy but also make your home more secure overall. Here’s a breakdown of each recommendation.
1. Access your security footage from any smartphone.
There’s nothing like a backyard fence for security. A high-quality fence serves as the first barrier against trespassers, clearly marking private property and defining boundaries. To prevent intruders from jumping over the fence, aim for fencing that is at least 6 feet tall. You can also consider incorporating features like pointed or decorative tops to further discourage climbing.
Opt for durable materials such as steel or treated wood for added longevity and strength of your fence. Steel fences provide exceptional strength and durability, making them ideal for high-security areas. Treated wood offers a natural look and resists rot, pests, and moisture, making it a practical choice as well.
2. Next, plant trees strategically.
Backyard trees offer both advantages and disadvantages, which can be effectively managed through strategic planting. On the positive side, trees enhance privacy by providing natural coverage and adding aesthetic appeal to your open space. On the downside, however, they can also facilitate easier access for potential intruders.
To protect yourself against home invasion, avoid planting trees near fences and windows. Trim branches that intruders might use to climb onto your property, and prune bushes that could serve as hiding spots. This proactive approach enhances your security while maintaining the beauty of your backyard.
3. Install a backyard security camera.
Outdoor security cameras are excellent for preventing break-ins and deterring potential intruders, ensuring that your backyard remains both private and secure. Consider options like the Arlo 2nd Gen Essential XL Camera, which features 2-Way Audio, HD or 2K video quality, and four times more battery life.1
For those remote backyard areas without Wi-Fi signal, explore 4G/LTE-enabled cameras like the Arlo Go 2. This camera provides 24/7 security in expansive backyards, thanks to its reliable 4G connectivity and long-lasting battery. If you’re looking for the highest video quality possible, consider options like the Arlo Ultra 2 Camera. With 4K HDR video and an ultra-wide 180° Field of View, this camera will keep you from missing a single detail of your precious backyard.
4. Plant hedges for beautiful and secure living walls.
Hedges are a popular choice for backyard privacy as they create natural barriers that blend seamlessly with the environment. Unlike fences, hedging plants can grow to various heights and widths, making them customizable and visually appealing. Certain evergreen varieties can even provide stunning fall color, serving as a beautiful backdrop for your Halloween decorations. You can easily find backyard privacy hedge ideas and inspiration online.
The best hedges for backyard privacy are usually evergreen shrubs, since they keep their green leaves year-round, offering consistent coverage. Popular choices like the slow-growing hedging are low-maintenance and adapt to different soil conditions. For happy growing plants, be sure you plant them in full sun to part shade, and avoid deciduous shrubs, as they lose their leaves in winter. Also, opt for varieties that grow several feet wide for thick, secure coverage.
5. Consider installing lattice panels.
Lattice panels enhance your backyard’s privacy while providing a decorative touch. These versatile structures allow for airflow and light while effectively blocking views from outside. Latticework can also serve as a backdrop for climbing plants, creating a stunning green wall that adds character to your space. Plus, they’re easy to install and customize, making them a practical yet stylish choice for any backyard.
6. Keep your backyard well-lit.
Enhancing outdoor lighting is one of the simplest ways to improve security and visibility. Proper lighting deters potential intruders by eliminating dark hiding spots and makes it safer to move around at night. Consider installing backyard security lights, such as the Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera. This powerful LED floodlight has a built-in 2K HDR security camera. With Motion Detection, it instantly lights up and records when movement is detected, providing an extra layer of protection.
Feel like exploring other options? Most Arlo security cameras, including the ones previously mentioned, come with an Integrated Spotlight for added security.
7. Install motion sensors.
Motion sensors can instantly send notifications to your smartphone when movement is detected, alerting you to potential intruders. With options like the Arlo Home Security System, you can easily enhance your privacy by monitoring your property’s perimeter, giving you greater control and peace of mind. Plus, this alarm system can monitor doors and windows, detect water leaks, temperature changes, and more. Install it to protect not just your backyard, but your entire home.
From the front porch to the backyard, keep your home safe with Arlo.
Arlo security cameras, video doorbells, floodlights, and the Arlo Home Security System offer comprehensive protection for total peace of mind. Enjoy every space of your home without worry, and focus on making memories. With Arlo, you, your loved ones, and every inch of your property are protected.