Home Security – 5 Essentials To Keep You Well Protected

Home security is important to keep on top of, make sure you cover all your entry and exit points across your property.

Introduction

Home security is an important factor for any homeowner to consider, especially in an age where break-ins and intrusions are becoming more common and the practices more complex. Your home is your sanctuary and castle where at the end of a long day you can relax and wind down for the evening. Modern technology has given us plenty of devices and tools to help assist with protecting assets but sometimes some of the traditional ways still hold up to be the best practices. So in this blog post we will look at 5 methods you can use to make sure your property is more secure. The more protection you have in your home the less of a chance you have of an unwanted and unwelcome intrusion.

1. Install Quality Locks Or Deadbolts

The first line of defense for your home is its entry points, such as doors and windows. Making sure that there are high-quality locks crucial to prevent unauthorized access. Deadbolts that have at least a 1-inch throw bolt and heavy duty strike plates can make it extremely difficult for intruders to force their way through. Additionally, consider upgrading to smart locks, which offer the traditional convenience of a lock with the benefit of added digital security features, such as remote access from a smart device and tamper sensors that can notify you wherever you go.

2. Re-enforce Weaker Entry Points

Sometimes installing a lock or deadbolt system is simply not enough to deter some intruders. Therefore there are several other measures you can put in place to make sure that it is more challenging and difficult for intruders to gain access. Some effective methods include installing security bars on sliding glass doors, so no large objects can be used to smash the glass or introducing special film, lamination or tempering onto the glass to provide extra layers of protection. Any frame fixing points can also be re-enforced with heavy-duty screws that have a longer length and durability lifespan.

3. Adequate Outdoor Lighting

Providing adequate outdoor lighting is another solution that you can install near to and around entry points. Before the intruder thinks bout tackling the entry point they can be put off from breaking in with a security light, some models even going as far as to have their own silent alarms built in to notify you on your smart device. Having a well-lit exterior means there are no dark spots for the intruders to hide and at the same time makes it obvious that someone is present in the property. These can also be set to a timer too meaning even if no one is around they will come on at the scheduled time – perfect if you are away from your property.

The best places to install outdoor lighting would be near corner points that can become dark spots, the walk up on a driveway and near a back garden gate as well as a garage door or porch. Energy efficient LED bulbs are the choice for outdoor lighting because they are very bright and highly energy efficient.

4. Security Systems And Cameras

Investing in a security system is one of the most effective ways to protect your home. It logs activity either through video surveillance, motion detection, microphone systems or a combination of all these technologies. The most popular choice of security system used are small CCTV cameras that can be tripped through motion detection. These record a series of images in the light or the dark that can be viewed back and presented to the local authorities as proof of intrusion.

CCTV is also linked up with a home burglar alarm system, which will be set off either when a sensor is tripped or when the camera is activated and records for an extensive period of time. Footage that is stored online and in the cloud is also safe and secure and not present on a physical on-site medium. If a break in does happen, this makes it very hard for intruders to be able to cover their tracks.

Doorbell cameras are also another way of finding out who is outside – anyone ringing on your front door will immediately be caught on camera giving the person the opportunity to review and make a decision on answering the door. These can be wired but wireless kits are also an option for ease of use and installation and work great with smart enabled devices such as phones, watches and home utility hubs.

5. Keep Following These Home Security Habits

One of the sure ways to keep your property secure is to always remain vigilant and be aware of your surroundings. When you are leaving your property to go out make sure that you lock all doors and windows when you leave. Don’t post your holidays online to anyone and always keep trusted family members aware that you are vacating for a period of time. Next make sure the exterior of your property is well maintained to avoid it looking run-down and giving the impression to passers by that it is vacant. Gardens and plants should be taken care of and windows and doors should be washed down and cleaned. Invest in spare keys in the event you find yourself locked out. If your front or back door lock has been accessed with a spare key, replace the lock immediately. Furthermore, consider joining a neighbourhood watch program and get to know your neighbours. Log any suspicious patterns or activity to make sure they are not monitoring your home.

Need Home Security Work Doing?

The security of your home as well as your own wellbeing and safety should not be taken lightly. At Campbell & McGovern Locksmiths we pride ourselves on helping you get the right security products at the best prices. Since 1983 we have helped thousands of satisfied customers in the North West region boost the security of their property, which in turn has helped increase its appeal, value and ultimately given them peace of mind. Whether it is new locks for old windows or a wireless CCTV system for a shopfront, our team has done it all! Don’t wait around today, pick up the phone and contact our Liverpool offices on 0151 922 4085 or or Wirral office on 0151 230 1193 and we will be happy to discuss any questions and requirements you may have.