5 Ways to Improve the Safety & Security of Your Property

Whether your household is always a noisy and bustling one and therefore, you would be hard pressed to find any moment where an opportunistic burglar would be brave enough to assume that the property is empty, or else you live on your own and are regularly away on business, security is, either way, paramount.

With that being said, continue reading to discover five core ways to improve the safety and security of your property.

Password Protect Your Home Network

Firstly, even though news stories about cybercrime and online hackers seem to appear in the headlines daily, you would be surprised at the sheer number of homeowners who still either forget, do not know how, or simply do not see the value in password protecting their private network.

All your financial and other personal information is accessible if someone can access and hack into your details through your Wi-Fi network, so not only do you need to lock down your home’s internet, but also choose a highly secure and unusual passcode.

Upgrade the Perimeter Fencing

Quality and aesthetically pleasing estate fencing is an excellent choice, whether you reside in a sprawling country manor, or are patiently waiting for your new-build city house to be complete.

Estate fencing is the most traditional style of perimeter fencing and dates back to the Victorian times, and has remained as popular now as it ever was due to the fact that the fence itself looks fantastic, but also that you would struggle to find any fence more secure.

Decrease the Number of Potential Hiding Places

For anyone who has ever watched the movie Home Alone (surely that means everyone, right?) They will already know that the darker the shaded spots in the front garden, or the larger the trees and shrubs in the backyard, the easier it would be for someone to trespass and approach the doors to your property.

In addition, make sure that you do not leave any ladders, stools, or anything else that can be used to climb and that your garage, shed, and other outbuildings are securely locked and bolted at night.

Install a CCTV System

Perhaps the most modern and probably most effective as a deterrent, security protocol for both private dwellings and commercial buildings is the installation of a CCTV system.

These days, security cameras that can be seamlessly linked to your smartphone and/or tablet are far more affordable than when they were first launched, and even the most basic of models will afford you complete peace of mind when your house is left empty.

Store Your Valuables Inside a Safe

Finally, once you have done everything you can to prevent burglars from gaining entry into your property, it becomes time to make sure that, in the unlikely event they gain access, there is nothing of value for them to steal.

If you are simply heading out to work on an ordinary day, then this is probably unnecessary, but if you are staying overnight for one day or more, placing your valuables into a secure safe will protect you and give you peace of mind.