With domestic burglaries increasing significantly over the last few years, the need to secure your home and deter potential intruders is imperative – now more than ever.
New crime figures show that burglary is ‘soaring’ in some parts of the UK. Domestic break-ins have become a colossal problem for police forces across the UK, with the Metropolitan Police – Britain’s largest police force – reporting a 21% rise in domestic burglaries last year alone.
According to the Official for National Statistics (ONS), they average rise in reported burglaries for UK last year was 30%.
So, what can you do to secure your home and prevent you from being a burglar’s next victim?
7 Ways to Help Secure Your Home
There are a multitude of measures you can take to secure your home, the majority of which are nowhere near as expensive as you might think. Here are seven ways you should consider to secure your home and deter intruders:
1) Home CCTV Systems
Once off limits to any homeowner other than those lucky enough to be living in massive Mayfair mansions, Home CCTV Systems with high definition (HD) recording capabilities can now be purchased for just a few hundred quid.
Home CCTV Systems are number one on our list for a reason: they work. Not only is CCTV a great visual deterrent for potential burglars, but if you are unfortunate enough to have your home burgled, you’ll catch the criminal on film – making any home insurance claim painless.
With Home CCTV Systems from Security Junction, you can also monitor your CCTV camera footage in real-time using your mobile device – anytime, anywhere. All you need is an internet connection.
See Security Junction’s range of Home CCTV Systems here.
2) Intruder Alarm Systems
Recent research by door lock and security specialists, Yale, found that up to 70% of British homes have NO Intruder Alarm System installed. That means a mere three out of every 10 domestic properties in the UK have a burglar alarm fitted.
Like Home CCTV, Intruder Alarm Systems are absolutely critical if you’re going to secure your home properly. Especially if you live in a relatively built-up area and have a good rapport with your neighbours, the striking sound simply won’t be ignored and is likely to scare off any intruder immediately.
Even if it doesn’t, Home Intruder Alarm Systems from Security Junction will send you notifications if a sensor in your system is triggered. Using your mobile, tablet or desktop, you can arm/disarm your system and get real-time alerts to inform you of a potential or ongoing intrusion in your home.
See Security Junction’s range of Intruder Alarm Systems here.
3) Ample Lighting & Smart Home Technology
It might sound a bit old school, but there’s a lot to be said for having a motion-sensored Security Light covering the key exterior parts of your home (more than likely your driveaway and back garden). Your average burglar or career criminal certainly won’t want to be seen snooping about by your next-door neighbour!
A slightly more ‘new school’ method is to use smart technology in your home – like Nest or Alexa – to set your lights to come on via a timer while you’re out. This way, even when you’re not home it looks like the property isn’t vacant.
Speak to our parent company Teign Geeks about getting help with setting up your smart home technology.
4) Securely Lock Windows
In this day and age, the majority of properties have double-glazed windows. But, those little keys you get with your double glazing windows usually get forgotten about and get demoted to the ‘messy drawer’ in your kitchen.
It might sound simple, but using those little keys to keep your windows locked when you’re out is absolutely critical. A burglar will have a tough time trying to prise open a locked PVC window or door!
5) Add Security Signs
Burglars might be stupid, when you take into consideration the criminal career path they’ve chosen. But, one thing is for certain: they certainly don’t want to get caught and face the criminal justice system.
Adding security warning signs – such as ‘CCTV in Operation’ stickers – to the exterior entrances of your home and windows is likely to make a burglar think more than twice about entering your property.
6) Extra Locks
For the sake of a few quid, you can get extra locks for your doors from your local DIY store. Most of the time you won’t even need a locksmith or handyman to fit them for you, either. Of course, it depends how sophisticated you want the locking mechanisms on your doors to be. But, most can be fitted in a matter of minutes with little effort or DIY expertise.
7) Don’t Leave Valuables on Display
Just as you wouldn’t leave your handbag or purse on the driving seat of your car when you park up in town, it’s sensible to keep any valuables out of sight. Keep your portable electronics, cash and jewellery away from any windows and hidden from view.
If a burglar does peer through your window while no-one’s home, they’ll be much more inclined to take their chances if they can see valuables on show.
Secure Your Home with Security Junction
Security Junction are home security system specialists. We supply, install and maintain Home CCTV and Intruder Alarm Systems nationally and throughout the UK. We help homeowners and landlords secure their homes – big and small – for as little as £450.
See our full 2018 Pricelist here.
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