Protecting Your Home With Locks, CCTVs and Alarm Systems

Protecting Your Home with Locks, CCTV's and Alarm Systems Home Burglary facts break in prevention A reminder for Thieves prefer the easy route which is usually a DOOR Creeping out a window is hard and far more difficult Thieves typically test a house by ringing the bell to ensure that no one is home before trying the door (Sometimes, they put a shoulder to the door to see how solid and how firmly it is attached) when carting out a load of loot Their usual tool is a pry bar or a strong kick of the boot Burglary Crime Rates 800,000 600,000 Though it has fallen slightly year-on-year, there are still 250,000 burglaries from homes In England and Wales each year. 400,000 That is more than 250,000 families who will have lost possessions and more importantly, suffered emotionally from criminals. 200,000 2004 2005 2007 2008 2010 2011 2012 2003 2006 2009 TIPS to keep Crime Out DOORS 1st port of call for any criminal wanting to gain access to your premises. So: WINDOWS Screw or bolt shut permanently. Steel bars can offer further protection. Get a better door Strengthen and protect it with steel supports and good quality locks Reinforce all doors leading outside including the door between the garage and the house CASH A big draw for thieves. Regularly remove cash and place in a safe or use a recognized cash carrying company for cash collection. SPRINKLER SYSTEM Help prevent the devastation of an arson attack. (They need to be kept properly main- tained and not blocked by office clutter) HIRING A NEW STAFF If you are taking on new staff, be thorough about taking references and carrying out background checks. IMPORTANT DATA Can be lost in a burglary or fire. Invest in technology that allows you to back up data in cloud or off-site facility. ALARM SYSTEM Use an intruder alarm system. (Alarms are pointless if not properly maintained or if sensors are covered by stock, furniture or other items) CCTV Very effective in deterring would-be thieves, vandals or arsonists. SECURITY LIGHTS Can make premises less attractive prospect for crime. for business or residential areas Some people call the police or tow truck service to unlock their vehicle but without the proper tools, your car or truck can be damaged. A locksmith is familiar with keyless entry system of new vehicles and have the tools necessary to help you. They can help you whether you are locked out of your home, automobile or business. They offer free estimates and mostly send help within ½ hour. They usually offer both commercial and residential home security service. They can change 100 locks if you own a hotel or 1 or 2 for a small business. They can change sliding door locks and locks on safes. They can install garage doors and home security systems. They can make master keys. Or they can rekey locks with lost keys. Trained commercial locksmiths can • Install key card locks • Remote control locks • Magnetic, digital and fingerprint locks • Change dead bolt locks whether digital or standard LOCK'S & LEAK'S 24 HR CALLOUT 7 PLUMBERS & LOCKSMITHS www.emergencylocksmithschelmsford.com References: www.realestate.msn.com/artidle.aspx?p-documentid=23325335 www.securedbydesign.com/editable_pages/SBD_1335796941242.html www.guardian.co.uk/news/datablog/2011/jul/14aime-statistics-england-wales www.iwill-benelux.com/the-importance-of-a-locksmith-for-business-or-residential-service Protecting Your Home with Locks, CCTV's and Alarm Systems Home Burglary facts break in prevention A reminder for Thieves prefer the easy route which is usually a DOOR Creeping out a window is hard and far more difficult Thieves typically test a house by ringing the bell to ensure that no one is home before trying the door (Sometimes, they put a shoulder to the door to see how solid and how firmly it is attached) when carting out a load of loot Their usual tool is a pry bar or a strong kick of the boot Burglary Crime Rates 800,000 600,000 Though it has fallen slightly year-on-year, there are still 250,000 burglaries from homes In England and Wales each year. 400,000 That is more than 250,000 families who will have lost possessions and more importantly, suffered emotionally from criminals. 200,000 2004 2005 2007 2008 2010 2011 2012 2003 2006 2009 TIPS to keep Crime Out DOORS 1st port of call for any criminal wanting to gain access to your premises. So: WINDOWS Screw or bolt shut permanently. Steel bars can offer further protection. Get a better door Strengthen and protect it with steel supports and good quality locks Reinforce all doors leading outside including the door between the garage and the house CASH A big draw for thieves. Regularly remove cash and place in a safe or use a recognized cash carrying company for cash collection. SPRINKLER SYSTEM Help prevent the devastation of an arson attack. (They need to be kept properly main- tained and not blocked by office clutter) HIRING A NEW STAFF If you are taking on new staff, be thorough about taking references and carrying out background checks. IMPORTANT DATA Can be lost in a burglary or fire. Invest in technology that allows you to back up data in cloud or off-site facility. ALARM SYSTEM Use an intruder alarm system. (Alarms are pointless if not properly maintained or if sensors are covered by stock, furniture or other items) CCTV Very effective in deterring would-be thieves, vandals or arsonists. SECURITY LIGHTS Can make premises less attractive prospect for crime. for business or residential areas Some people call the police or tow truck service to unlock their vehicle but without the proper tools, your car or truck can be damaged. A locksmith is familiar with keyless entry system of new vehicles and have the tools necessary to help you. They can help you whether you are locked out of your home, automobile or business. They offer free estimates and mostly send help within ½ hour. They usually offer both commercial and residential home security service. They can change 100 locks if you own a hotel or 1 or 2 for a small business. They can change sliding door locks and locks on safes. They can install garage doors and home security systems. They can make master keys. Or they can rekey locks with lost keys. Trained commercial locksmiths can • Install key card locks • Remote control locks • Magnetic, digital and fingerprint locks • Change dead bolt locks whether digital or standard LOCK'S & LEAK'S 24 HR CALLOUT 7 PLUMBERS & LOCKSMITHS www.emergencylocksmithschelmsford.com References: www.realestate.msn.com/artidle.aspx?p-documentid=23325335 www.securedbydesign.com/editable_pages/SBD_1335796941242.html www.guardian.co.uk/news/datablog/2011/jul/14aime-statistics-england-wales www.iwill-benelux.com/the-importance-of-a-locksmith-for-business-or-residential-service