Home Security

Our Top 13 Home Security Advice and Tips In terms of some general security tips then we’d suggest the following:- 1. Review the Exterior Of Your House Start by reviewing the exterior of your property to make sure there are no broken windows or access to your property through garages or conservatories. Lock any tools and items such as ladders away 2. Are Your Doors and Windows Secure Ask a vetted, inspected and qualified locksmith to review your door and window security (including internal doors to conservatories and garages) to make sure all of your windows and doors have the most appropriate locks, they are in good condition, properly fitted and meet your insurance requirements A Lock that has been Incorrectly Fitted The lock below has been fitted incorrectly and this leaves the lock vulnerable to attack and therefore the property at risk. Beware of Opportunist Thieves Opportunist thieves can often approach houses that look like nobody is at home so consider installing a number of light timers around the house so it appears someone is home Front and Back Door Sensor Lighting Dusk to dawn or sensor lighting to the front and back door of your home will deter potential thieves and help you gain entry into your home in the dark ecurity Alarms – Regularly Change The Code Alarms can be very effective but you need to change the code regularly to gain maximum benefit from them Protect the Windows with Security Grilles or Bars Side windows in a house can can be smashed to reach keys and gain entry so consider adding reinforced glass or maybe even block up the window. Decorative grilles and bars can also vastly improve the security of a home without being detrimental to the aesthetics Home Security Safes Home safes are becoming increasingly popular too, so you may want to consider asking a specialist locksmith to specify and install a safe