Home Defense Setup 101

Troy Schneider   Oct 24, 2025

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Home Defense Setup 101 — Building a Safe and Ready Plan

Owning a firearm is only part of protecting your home. Real defense means having a plan — one built around awareness, preparation, and control. At Texas Guns Inc., we help responsible gun owners create home defense setups that protect without putting loved ones at risk.

1) Access vs. security — find your balance

You need your firearm quickly in an emergency, but it must remain secure from unauthorized hands.

• Quick-access safes are ideal near beds or entry points.
• Biometric or code safes balance speed with protection.
• Store ammo and firearms together only if access is restricted to responsible adults.

2) Layered defense: more than just a gun

A complete home-defense plan includes:

• Lighting: Motion lights and low-light illumination reduce surprise.
• Alarms and cameras: Early warning buys time.
• Reinforced doors and locks: Slow down intruders.
• Training: Knowing how to move safely with a firearm inside your home is critical.

3) Know your lanes of fire

In a defensive situation, every round fired is your responsibility. Walk your home and identify safe fields of fire and dangerous angles — especially where family members sleep. The goal: protect, not endanger.

4) Family communication plan

If you have family, everyone should know what to do:

• Move to a designated safe room.
• Lock the door and call 911.
• Only engage if directly threatened.
• Train this plan regularly — repetition saves lives.

5) After the incident

If a defensive event occurs:

• Stay on the phone with 911.
• Re-holster or set down your firearm before police arrive.
• Know your rights — and your responsibility to clearly identify yourself as the homeowner.

Get Expert Help Building Your Defense Plan

At Texas Guns Inc., we go beyond sales — we teach real-world defense.
Join our Home Defense & Family Safety Workshop to build a plan that fits your home, your gear, and your family.

Visit: www.texasgunsinc.com
Stay Armed. Stay Safe.