Home Security: Keep Burglars Out
Good home security starts with the basics: solid locks on doors and windows, outside lighting and not leaving valuables on show. On top of that, an alarm system and security cameras make your home a less attractive target and let you leave home or go to bed with peace of mind. Below you can see what a professional security installer can offer, or request free, no-obligation advice for your home.
- Keeps working when it matters
Look for systems with battery backup and a mobile or secondary connection, so they keep working during power cuts or internet outages. - Control via an app
Most modern systems can be armed, disarmed and checked from your phone. - Advice for your home
A specialist can look at your entry points and suggest what you actually need.
Alarm System
An alarm system is one of the best deterrents. A wireless system can cover doors, windows and rooms with sensors, and you control it from an app. You can choose to have it linked to a monitoring service that responds when the alarm goes off. Ask whether the system and installer meet the recognised standards in your area, as insurers sometimes require this.
Camera Surveillance
Security cameras let you keep an eye on your home inside and out, which is handy when you're away. If someone does try to break in, the footage can help the police. You can watch live or play back recordings in the app. Point cameras at your own property only, and check the privacy rules in your area if a camera can see the street or a neighbour's garden.
Why Home Security Matters
A break-in is upsetting, and insurance doesn't always cover the full loss or the damage to doors and windows. Visible security, such as an alarm box, cameras and good lighting, makes burglars more likely to move on. If someone still tries, a camera system makes it more likely they'll be identified.
How Do I Secure My Home?
Start with the weak spots: back doors, ground-floor windows, patio doors and side gates. Good locks, window locks and lighting cost relatively little. Add an alarm system and cameras for extra protection. A security specialist can walk round your home and give free, no-obligation advice.
Home Security for Higher-Risk Homes
Homes with valuable contents may need a higher-grade security system to meet insurance requirements. The same goes for small businesses and commercial properties, and specialist installers can supply certified systems for these. Some insurers offer a discount on contents insurance if you have a certified alarm system, so check with your insurer what they require before you buy.
Request Home Security Quotes
There are many systems on the market, so advice from a specialist helps you avoid paying for things you don't need. Fill in a short request and you'll receive several quotes by email. When you compare them, check what's included in installation, any monthly monitoring fees, contract length, warranty and whether the installer is certified.
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