Feeling safe and secure in your home or in the workplace can help you relax and give you peace of mind that you, your family and your belongings are protected. Although many people have security systems installed in their property, it’s always worth making sure you take extra precautions. Key areas of your property which burglars can gain access through are the external doors of your home. There are a few simple steps you can take to ensure that the doors in your home are secure enough to deter any burglars…
- The type of material your doors are made from can greatly affect their security level. External doors should not contain non-reinforced glass panels as these can be easily smashed allowing thieves to access your locks or bolts and let themselves into your home. The doors should be made of a tough material such as solid wood, metal or fibre glass as hollow or single panel doors are weaker and can be smashed open.
- A door security alarm activates when the door is opened and uses noise and light to alert you to the potential intruder. A door security alarm is an affordable way to protect your home and they can also be fitted to windows.
- Locking your doors may seem like an obvious security measure but it’s surprising how many people leave their doors open when they nip to the shop or visit a neighbour’s house. Even if you’re inside your house, it’s advisable to keep your doors locked as thieves can sneak in and take your property whilst you are home which can be an extremely upsetting experience.
- Most doors have the hinges on the inside and if yours don’t then make sure you re-hang the door or replace it so the hinges are not exposed. Burglars could easily unscrew the hinges and simply take off the door to enter your property. This is also true with garden sheds so if you keep expensive equipment in your shed, make sure the hinges are securely inside. If it’s not possible to replace or re-hang your door then invest in some non-removable hinge pins to increase the security.
- Most homes have at least one main lock but for complete peace of mind you could install a dead-lock. This means that when the lock is deadlocked the only way to get in or out is with a key. These locks are visible from outside so they will act as a deterrent for any would-be burglars.
- Spy holes or peep holes allow you to see who’s on the other side of the door before you open it. These devises are a great alternative (or addition) to chains as you don’t need to open your door to see outside and you can avoid people potentially forcing their way into your home once the door is opened.
Ensuring your external doors are secured means that you can protect your home from burglars and have peace of mind that your home and family are protected.
July 21st, 2010 at 10:34 pm
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