Do you live in a high crime area? Then you should consider increasing your security systems

Do you live in a high crime area? Then you should consider increasing your security systems

If you live in an area that’s vulnerable to burglary, you’ll be well aware of the damage it can cause. Both low and high income areas can be vulnerable to crime, for lots of different reasons. Your local police probably do the rounds and provide specific security pointers, including the type of locks you should be using, and the things you should do when you go on holiday.

From day to day, you must maintain a sharp focus on home security and ensure you do as much as you can to make your home unattractive. For a relatively low investment, you can add technology and upgrade your existing systems. Follow our checklist, and see if you can improve your defence against crime.

Check your alarm regularly

Your burglar alarm offers the first alert when there’s an intrusion at your home, and serves as an effective deterrent too. In order for your home to be properly protected, your alarm needs to be regularly serviced, and you need to make sure it’s functioning correctly 24/7/365.

If you don’t use your alarm because it’s malfunctioned, ask Angel Security to do a survey and a quote for upgrades. We can even swap old sensors for pet-friendly PIRs so your cats and dogs don’t set off the alarm: that gives you the freedom to leave it on overnight, and every time you go out. If you don’t have that freedom, you may as well have no alarm at all.

Home automation

New technology could offer significant advantages in the fight against crime and burglary. You can monitor your home remotely using CCTV, use motion detection and sensors to alert you when doors and windows are open, or use connected smoke detectors for early warning of fires.

In terms of home security and family safety, you must choose the right kit to ensure everything is compatible. Otherwise, you could end up with some expensive devices that simply don’t talk to each other.

CCTV cameras have come a long way in the last five years, and they now cost a lot less than you think. You can have cameras that pan and tilt when you view them on your phone, and infra red technology that allows you to literally see in the dark. Cameras can be mounted indoors or outdoors, and can be used via Ethernet or WiFi.

If you’re interested in smart home technology, call us today for some advice about the new gadgets that are available.

Staying one step ahead

The more secure your home, and the more visible your home security system, the less a burglar will want to try to break in. Keeping your security up to date is essential, so make sure you continually review your technology.

For more advice and practical solutions for homes in high crime areas, speak to a member of the expert team at Angel Solutions today. Whatever your budget, we’ll help you to ensure that your home isn’t the next one to be targeted.