When you’re looking for a new Charleston apartment, the number of things to take into consideration can seem quite daunting; from checking out the neighborhood to knowing the cost of rent, there really is a lot to take in. One of the most important aspects of getting a new place is the security offered by the area. Checking out the security of the area goes much farther than gated access, though, and covers more things than just crime.
You should feel safe in your new home and there are a number of ways to make sure you will before you even move into the apartment.
Checking out your potential neighbors is a good idea to find out who lives in the apartment complex. Meeting them and making friends will give you a better idea of what it’s like to live there. You should also check out some security aspects of the community. Is the neighborhood gated? Are there nightly security patrols? Visit the complex during different times of the day; make sure to go at night at least once. Look for how well lit the area is. It should be illuminated brightly, with no dark areas near entryways and no lights that aren’t working. The hallways and stairwells should also be well lit.
Check out the number of fire extinguishers on each floor, the posting of fire escape routes and fire alarms. These are vital items in the case of an emergency.
Also, make sure the locks on all the doors and windows work properly and ask if the door locks have been changed since the previous tenant moved out.
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