Red Wax on Your Door Lock: A Silent Warning You Should Never Ignore

Why Is It Used?

The goal is simple: to test if a home is occupied.

If the wax stays undisturbed for several days, it may signal that:

• No one is home

• The property is vacant or unmonitored

• The house could be a target for break-ins

These techniques are often used alongside other suspicious behaviors, such as:

• Flyers or fake business cards placed on doors

• Knocking to “check for interest”

• Marking curbs, mailboxes, or light posts nearby

Other Strange Markings and What They May Mean

Aside from red wax, homeowners have reported other unexplained signs that could signal a potential security risk:

• Chalk or marker symbols on driveways or curbs

• Pebbles or sticks arranged near doors

• Thread or string tied to fences or door handles

• Dots, stickers, or small tags on windows or mailboxes

While some of these may seem random or innocent, they have been observed in neighborhoods before reported burglaries—especially in urban and suburban areas.

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