Last month we looked at the ways in which you can secure your home over the festive period to minimise the chances of being burgled. Sometimes, no matter what we do, disaster strikes and we are the unlucky ones who come home to a home that has been broken into and our possessions stolen. It is never pleasant walking in after an evening with family or friends or coming home from a few days away to find our homes have been violated. Unfortunately, the chances of a break-in over the festive period are higher than at any other time of the year and the instances of burglary are increasing year-on-year according to a recent Telegraph article. Continue reading…

You always want your home to be safe and secure, but it is particularly vulnerable during the Christmas season and especially if you are going away on holiday. To avoid break-ins and theft, and to have complete peace of mind while you are away, follow our tips and tricks to make sure you come back to an untouched home. Continue reading…

With crime back in the headlines, it wouldn’t be surprising if you were considering beefing up the security of your home or business. The recent crime statistics show a rise in crime in the UK and in particular, an increase of 13% in the 12 months to June. Domestic burglary specifically, has risen for the first time after a number of years of falling rates and this is what has homeowners considering installing or adding security features to their homes where they may already have an alarm system fitted. Continue reading…

The Grenfell Tower tragedy is the worst fire that has affected a residential tower block in the UK. However, it is not the only one; there have been a number of blazes in homes and businesses over the last few months that have made the headlines and countless others that don’t although the impact is just as devastating on those whose lives they touch. According to the Fire Service the fire Continue reading…

When headlines talk about a rise in crime, it is only natural to think about what you can do to protect your family and your property. There are lots of ways to do this, but few are more effective than installing a security system for your home.

If you are considering some form of security system, there is a variety of things you can do to keep your home secure and deter thieves, with a range of costs. From the simple to the more complicated, these include:
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According to The Guardian, Ilford in East London has the highest burglary rate in the United Kingdom, with the lowest being in Northern Ireland. Although the number of break-ins is falling nationally, thieves continue to find new ways to commit burglaries and get into your home. Continue reading…

When you are running a business, you want to do all you can to protect it. It is likely that you’ll have installed intruder alarms, but have you considered CCTV or a security camera system? Often businesses are reluctant to explore CCTV because of the perceived cost of the scheme, but the benefits achieved from video surveillance can actually make it a sound and sensible investment. Continue reading…

A panic alarm can have a variety of uses, but there are primarily two. The first reason is the possibility of intrusion into the home and the second is in the case of a medically vulnerable person. In some cases, the medically vulnerable person will also be at risk of having to deal with an intrusion into their home. Continue reading…

Gone are the days when we could simply lock up our homes and leave with the expectation that we’ll return and all will be as we left it.

The very first rule in keeping your home and possessions safe while away is not to let it look unoccupied.

Simple tasks will ensure that your home does not become an opportunity especially for a criminal that is simply passing by. Continue reading…

There are a staggering 1.85 million CCTV cameras in the UK, one for every 32 people. This prevalence of CCTV means that the average Briton is caught on CCTV 70 times a day. For advocates, arguments are made that this level of surveillance bolsters our safety and helps police in tackling crimes post-event. Continue reading…