6 tips to ensure that your new home is safe

Just moved into a new house? Then I’m sure that one of your first concerns will be protecting it.

But what do you need to do to keep burglars and other unwanted visitors away?

Lock up

Once you’ve moved in, assess all entry points to ensure that they have adequate protection. If one door or window could easily be broken into, then it will be broken into.

You should also ensure that every time you leave the house that everything is locked.

Neglecting your homes security is asking for trouble.

Don’t make it easy

Some of you out there might think it’s a good idea to leave a spare key hidden under a plant pot or beneath a mat for emergencies. But a burglar will check for that key first.  

If you’re going to leave a key to your house lying around, then you might as well not bother locking the front door at all.

The best option here is to give a spare key to a neighbour. This way, if you do need it in an emergency, you won’t have any trouble getting hold of it.

Leave them nowhere to hide

Trees and shrubs are the perfect hiding spots for criminals casing your house.

We’re not saying completely remove these things from your garden; just cut them back enough so that they don’t act as effective hidey holes for your unwanted visitors.

Get to know your neighbours

You aren’t going to be at home 24/7, but I’d bet that there’s always a neighbour around. And they’re going to be able to spot any suspicious activity.

Get to know everyone in your surrounding area. If they see someone around your property they can ring the authorities. 

Don’t advertise your belongings

It’s great that you have that huge flat screen TV and I understand that you want to show it off. But remember, if your neighbours can see it, so can a burglar.

Keep all valuable items out of site. You don’t want your house to become a shop window!

Remain vigilant

Lastly, make sure that you’re aware of what’s going on around you. If you notice suspicious behaviour in your neighbourhood don’t ignore it.

The more aware you are, the better protected your neighbourhood is.