Scare Away Porch Pirates with These Easy Solutions for Your Packages

By Julie Gordey

Dec. 2, 2025 at 11:38 AM CST

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You’re a new homeowner – which means more online orders, more porch deliveries, and more risk of package theft. Porch-package safety isn’t paranoia – it’s smart home maintenance. A few tools up front help protect deliveries, deter thieves, and let’s you rest easy.

Smart Products to Secure Your Package Zone

  • Ring Wired Video Doorbell – HD video, motion alerts, and two-way audio. Check your doorstep anywhere – a strong first line of defense.

  • Blink Video Doorbell – Budget-friendly, 1080p, night vision, and battery-powered for quick setup.

  • Wyze Duo Cam Video Doorbell – Dual cameras: one on visitors, one on packages – ideal for wide porches or heavy delivery days.

Physical Security: Lockboxes & Alerts

  • Amazon Hub Locker – Add a nearby Locker to your Amazon address book and ship directly to it. Amazon sends a six-digit pickup code. Free to use – zero porch exposure.

  • Vaultbox Elite Locking Mailbox & Package Box – Heavy-duty, tamper-resistant parcel vault. Pricey but great for frequent or high-value deliveries.

Smart Habits That Boost Security

  • Use delivery alerts. Get notifications the moment packages land.

  • Choose safer drop-off options. Lockers, in-garage delivery, or alternative pickup spots remove porch risk entirely.

  • Make your porch a hard target. Use lighting, cameras, and visible deterrents.

  • Give drivers directions. A simple sign helps keep packages out of sight.

Your Porch, Your Rules

Think of package safety like locking the front door:

  • Video doorbell = eyes

  • Lockbox = protection

  • Notifications + habits = control

For new homeowners, it’s all about peace of mind and prevention.

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Julie Gordey

A lifelong educator, Julie Gordey, is a retired school administrator.  After years of focusing on education, this University of Texas graduate now travels and enjoys freelance writing for BDX and NewHomeSource.com.