Home security services have become much more popular over the years, as it is becoming much more practical and affordable to do so.
However, these systems are necessary. Although they do provide much needed security and peace of mind, they aren’t exactly ‘needed’.
In this blog, we will go over 10 DIY tips that you can do to help secure your home.
- Install Motion Detector Lighting – Motion detector lights are extremely effective as they will turn on as soon as any movement is detected. This is proven to deter thieves as they are often shocked when they realise their presence is known.
- Pick-Proof Your Locks – Picking a lock has got to the point where even amateur thieves are able to do it. Deadbolt protection devices hold your deadbolt firmly in place, preventing it from turning.
- Get A Small Safe – The average person won’t necessarily need a large safe to secure their valuables. Modern small safes can be purchased for around £100. You can hide these in closets or in walls, covered by paintings or wardrobes. These inconspicuous areas will ensure that all of your valuables are safe.
- Protect Your Mail – Secure mailboxes can be mounted near your front door. Once your mail is placed into the box, you will need a key to open. This can help deter the rising problem of mail being stolen.
- Use An Alarm System Warning Even If You Don’t Have One – Use ‘warning’ or ‘beware’ signs even if you don’t have the security system. When a thief sees the warning, they won’t know that your lying, so they will feel less inclined to want to break into your house.
- Keep Your Surrounding Area Neat – Thieves love places to hide so if your bushes are trimmed and your landscape is neat, you can prevent the chances of anyone being able to hide in your garden. This will make it much easier to spot anyone trying to make any advances onto your house.
- Get A Dog – Dogs are proven to drastically decrease the likelihood of a house being robbed. The last thing a criminal wants to hear is the sound of a dog as this lets them know that if they do manage to break in, they could get seriously hurt.
- Install Fake Surveillance Cameras – No one is going to know if a camera is fake or not as they won’t be able to get close enough to check without being caught. The feeling of being watched by a camera will drastically increase the likelihood of no one attempting to mess around with your house.
- Install A Peephole – Peepholes are good as it allows you to see who is on the other side of the door. If you aren’t expecting someone, it’s always good to double check who you are opening the door to.
Now although these are some good ways to secure your home, the best way to ensure that you are actually safe is to get proper security measures such as integrated security services.
If you would like to find out more about the best integrated security services in South Wales, then head over to www.titanserv.co.uk or give us a call on 01792 720955.
