Is your new home secure?
Moving house is an exciting step, and often means new opportunities and adventures. Perhaps you’re starting a family and need a larger property, or you’re moving because you’ve been offered a new job in a different location. Or maybe you just fancied a change. Whatever your reason for moving, settling into a new home takes a lot of organisation. Before you start decorating and putting finishing touches on the property, it’s important to sort out the fundamentals. Is your new house fully secure, for example?
If you’ve moved into a different area, then the chances are that you have already looked into the crime rates and safety of the location. However, it’s always best to implement some basic security features around the property, in order to ensure that it is completely protected. If you discover that there are high crime rates in the area, then you might want to think about enhancing your security efforts with more hi-tech solutions, such as security gates or grilles.
How secure are your windows and doors?
As key points of entry for burglars and opportunistic thieves, your new home’s windows and doors need to be as secure as possible to ensure that no one can get in uninvited. The most secure windows and doors have double or triple glazing, internal beading (so that the glass cannot be removed from the outside), frames that are intact, and properly functioning locks. If you’re not sure, the professionals at Angel Security can advise you on securing these points.
Do you have a burglar alarm that’s in good condition?
A fully functioning burglar alarm is a recommended security element for all homes, regardless of how safe the area seems to be. As well as alerting you (and the police) to intruders, visible burglar alarms are effective deterrents to ward off potential criminals. Whether you choose a silent alarm, which doesn’t sound but sends an instant alert to you, or a bells-only alarm, then you can set up triggers at strategic points around your home. If the existing alarm in your new home is very old or not working properly, this should be the first thing you replace.
Do you need CCTV?
If you’ve moved into a large house, or a property that has lots of ‘blind spots’ in the outdoor area, then CCTV is a good option for your peace of mind. Depending on how you set it up, it will allow you to keep an eye on your property while you’re away, or immediately alert the police if you notice a potential intruder outside. You can implement a solution with motion sensors so that it only turns on when it senses movement, or infrared cameras that film at night. Angel Security can help you find a suitable option for keeping your home safe, and advise you on integrating your CCTV and alarm systems for added protection.
Here at Angel Security, we’re experts in implementing the latest security solutions for your home. Contact us today to find out more.
