As everything is starting to go back to normal this summer, with restrictions being lifted and people taking a well-earned break after a tough year, we’d like to remind people of the importance of making sure your home is secure, whether you are staying at home or planning to leave it unoccupied.
• Lock all windows and doors
• Make sure outbuildings are secured and locked properly and anything of value inside is secured by strong/quality locks
- For example, if you have an expensive bike in the shed, make sure you spend extra money on keeping it safe!
• Lock any gates to your address to prevent easy access
• Check the perimeter of the house to make sure there is no way to climb in
• Consider fitting deterrents in the garden, like movement sensor floodlights
• Don’t leave your house looking unoccupied – leave inside lights on timers so your house looks lived in, cut the grass before you go, etc.
• Do not advertise that you are going away on social media
• Consider taking pictures of any expensive items and mark items with your postcode using a UV pen – lock all valuable items away if at all possible
• If you have a garage, use it to keep your car out of sight, and make sure your car is locked even if it is out of sight
• Ask neighbours to keep an eye on your home and even park on your drive while you’re away.
