If you are looking forward to your holidays this summer, you don’t want them to be tainted by a burglar taking advantage of your home being empty. Making sure that your home is secure will give you the peace of mind to enjoy your summer holidays and keep your home safe when you are not there.
Here are some great ways to increase the security of your home all year round as well as in the summer…
Safe and Secure Doors – A surprising number of burglaries are made by burglars who simply walk in through an unlocked door. Don’t assume that just because you are home and are sitting out in the garden that you are safe. Make sure that your door is always kept locked. If you have problems with your lock, or it is a bit temperamental, this is probably a sign that you need a new one. You should also change the locks if you have moved into a house, as you don’t know how many copies of the key will possibly be out there.
A Safe Boundary – Making the boundaries of your property safe is your first line of defence. From the driveway, which you can make safer by contacting someone like this electric gate installers Cheltenham based company completegateautomation.co.uk to put some security gates on for you, to the garden which you can secure by making sure that your fencing is all in good repair and high enough to make it difficult to climb. Pay attention to any areas of the boundary that may provide easy access and put in more security measures, such as lighting on a sensor to deter intruders.
Security Technology – There are many modern devices which can help to make the home a more secure place. Cameras and alarm systems come in a wide range of designs, and you can decide where you want them to be placed. Doorbell cameras are also a great way to keep an eye on who is at the door. You can even link cameras to your phone so whilst you are by the pool on your holiday, you can check that your home is safe and secure!
