Home Defense: Bulletproof Barricade

Scenario: after a major catastrophe you must protect your house and supplies from armed looters.

Solution: 
Build a bulletproof barricade in or around your home, where you can go to as an area of safety and defense.  Several studies show, that a couple feet of dry sand or dirt will stop small arms fire.
Gather what storage containers you have; such as the large Rubbermaid containers, buckets, or even luggage.  Fill up each container with dirt and began to build up walls that are at least 2 feet in width and tall enough for you to crouch behind.  It would be wise to keep your most valuable supplies in or near your barricade.