Beating the Burglar (Or Just Sensible Advice)

There are many inexpensive ways to reduce the chances of being burgled.  
Remember some important rules to help keep your family and property safe

Always

      Lock your doors and windows and remove all keys when leaving your property or retiring for the night. 

(All ground floor windows or windows above a flat roof should have key activated locks.  Most insurance companies will insist upon this).

      Activate Burglar and Fire/Smoke/CO2 alarm systems if fitted.  Remember to change batteries regularly.  

Your local fire brigade will be happy to provide you with a free home safety inspection and fit up to date smoke alarms free of charge. http://www.cheshirefire.co.uk/

      Renew your locks when moving into your new or rented house or business premises.  This is also a perfect time to assess the security of your latest investment!

Do not

      Leave keys in view from windows or letterboxes.  Ideally place them in a separate key safe.

       Leave doors and windows open and unattended when at home.  20% of burglaries committed are of the “distraction” type, where access is gained through these areas. 

Think about this when watching TV, in the shower/bath, on the phone or computer, or answering a call from an unexpected person at the door.

Place keys under plant pots, door mats, dustbins, etc.  Thieves know all theses typical places and will try them first.