Have you ever wondered how to protect your home from burglars? Here at IDS Security Systems, we have years of experience installing CCTV, burglar alarms and a range of other home security systems - so we have a great understanding of the threats that homeowners face. With that in mind, we've put together this article to show you 3 ways to protect your home from burglars.
1. Lock all doors and windows
This may seem like common sense, but it's often something that homeowners forget to do - especially in the spring/summertime. When the temperatures start to creep up, it's very appealing to have your doors and windows open to let a breeze run through the house, but this actually leaves your home vulnerable. All it takes is for you to go out to work and leave a door or window open and a burglar might take advantage.
One of the very first things that burglars do when they approach a property is to check for any unlocked doors or windows. Windows can be a little trickier to access, but burglars can slip through an open door in a matter of seconds, so we urge you to take extra care and check your doors & windows whenever you leave the house. This is probably the best way to protect your home from burglars.
2. Eliminate hiding places
Before a burglar targets a home, they will usually do some surveillance of the property. This gives them a good idea of where all of the doors and windows are and also allows them to memorise good hiding spaces around the property. Overgrown hedges and long grass can be used to provide cover when a burglar is approaching your house. Keeping on top of the gardening so that there are fewer hiding places is a great way to protect your home from burglars.
We've also heard stories about burglars hiding in outbuildings, sheds, and garages before making their move. We always recommend keeping any garden storage buildings securely locked. Not only will this eliminate hiding places, but it will also prevent burglars from stealing valuable items like your bike, power tools and lawnmower!
3. Install a burglar alarm
These precautions are great ways to protect your home from burglars. Sadly, they won't stop the more determined burglars, but installing a burglar alarm will. A burglar alarm is designed to notify you when an unexpected person enters the building, so if you do forget to lock your door, your home won't be ransacked without your knowing.
Here at IDS Security, we offer a range of home security systems that are designed to protect your home from burglars. In addition to intruder alarms, we also install CCTV cameras and door entry systems - all of which are great ways to protect your home from burglars. All of our security systems are designed to suit your exact property and are installed by our experienced team, so you can rest assured that your home is in good hands.
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