Six Safety Hacks for a Secure Home Coming home and realising that your house has been broken into is the last thing you want to deal with after a well-deserved family holiday. You want your security system to be the best. But, with so many security options and gadgets available, it can get overwhelming knowing what to choose that will meet your family’s needs the best. Here are a few security tips to ensure that you, your family, and your valuables are safe and secure: Change the Door Locks When you move into your new house, remember to change all the door locks, especially when you are renting. You will never know who had access to the keys before you moved in. When you lose your house keys, replacing your locks is also essential. You can also take extra security measures by dead-bolting all the doors’ locks on your property. Although this is more expensive, deadbolts are a lot stronger and provide considerably more protection. Invest in an Alarm Security System Getting an alarm system installed is probably one of the best forms of home security protection. These alarm systems inform emergency authorities at once when an intruder is detected. It also alerts homeowners to take the necessary precautions to keep them and their family safe. Security signs and alarm lights often prevent an intruder from even attempting a burglary, as they know the odds of them leaving with even a few valuables are slim. In this way, it also works as an effective deterrent. Make It Clear That Your House Appears to be Occupied Buy and install some outdoor lights with infrared motion sensors that detect any movement near each point of entry. You can also put timers on your porch light to go on during the night. If you do not have an alarm system, you can easily make a red or blue LED that looks like the light of an armed alarm system. No “Hidden” House Keys Everyone hides a house key somewhere. One of the easiest ways to enter a home uninvited is by finding a key under the doormat or a rock, or in a pot plant. Rather opt for hiding your keys in a secret spot that only your family knows about or better still, install a small lock box of which only your family know the access code. You can also give a spare key to a trusted neighbour. Make sure that you do not leave your keys in the keyhole, or near windows or doors. If someone gains unforced entry to your home, i.e. using keys you stored somewhere, it can also have an impact on your homeowner’s insurance claim. Install Sliding Security Gates This is arguably one of the most popular security methods. Any sliding glass door or patio door should have a retractable security gate installed. These sliding security gates are easy to open and even easier to close, as many of these are slam-lock security gates. Their crisscross design prevents intruders from squeezing their way in, or to cut the gate. The lock of the retractable-type security gate is also internal, making it impossible for a burglar to tamper with it. We offer the best security systems to fit you and your family’s needs. Our company understands our clients’ need to keep their families and loved ones safe. With custom-made retractable security gates for sliding and front doors, matching window barriers, and roller shutters, we pride ourselves in giving you the freedom of mind, knowing your home is safe. We even offer a lifetime breakthrough guarantee on all our products. Take a look at our product catalogue and know that with us, you are secure.
