Don’t take your home security for granted

WITH the long, dark winter evenings now here it’s a good time to consider some home security checks.

Fitting locks, security lights, door and window alarms are just some of the ways to improve home security this winter as this is the time to bolster home security and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with being prepared.

The ways in which break-ins and property related crime affects people is chronic and it pays to consider preventive measures to help ensure better security. All too often people have a tendency to bolt the door after the horse has gone and finding a professional security installer is recommended when it comes to advice on fitting a professional alarm system.

But there are many additional security benefits that you can add to a home – at a relatively low cost – that can be found at local DIY outlets. For example, outdoor lighting, sensor lighting, alarms, motion detectors, cameras, locks for sheds, are all aspects of home security that you can do yourself. Sensor lights are easily installed and will make a thief ’s task more difficult, as will a well-secured shed with proper locks.

Patio and conservatory doors are a prime target for thieves as they are not as secure as other entry points to the home and will therefore need to be bolstered by an additional locking device. Even adding extra timber panels to the back of shed doors is another simple measure you can take that will only require a drill and a few screws.

Simple internal window alarms are another easy option and they can be placed at the window’s inner opening and will sound the alarm if the window is opened externally. Security is one of the most important aspects of life and never more so then when it comes to home security.

That’s why it’s essential for us to have a safe and reliable home security system. Burglars are well aware of the modern methods of security and this can make us feel vulnerable in our homes. But by making some simple, often inexpensive, additions to your home it ensures that you’ve just completed the most important piece of work around the house.

Lastly, be sure not to leave any important items lying around the premises as this only attracts unwanted attention of thieves who may be tracking the area. Be prudent when it comes to protecting your property this winter.