Top 10 Home Security TIPS
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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 away2. 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 requirementsA 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.3. Beware of Opportunist Thieves
4. Front and Back Door Sensor Lighting
BONUS TIP: Ensure you place a light timer upstairs in your property
5. Security Alarms – Regularly Change The Code
6. Protect the Windows with Security Grilles or Bars
7. 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
8. Protect your French Doors and UPVC Doors
You may also want to install top and bottom bolts on French doors or add sash jammers to UPVC doors
9. When Were Your Keys Last Replaced?
10. Common Bad Habits
Consider your own influence on the level of security for your home
and make sure you don’t indulge bad habits such as leaving keys in locks
or in view that you and your family may have. Simple tips such as
always setting alarms, changing codes on a frequent basis and locking
any side or back gates can make a substantial difference and deter
attack
11. Protect Your Garden Shed
Make sure you source a good quality lock to protect your garden shed and its contents, if you have one. (http://www.firewatchguards.com/) is a good source of advice on security products)
12. Car Keys are at Risk in the Home As Well
Statistics show that thieves are increasingly breaking into homes to
steal car keys so don’t make it easy for them by leaving keys in view