2023, Time to refresh your home security
Our home security review blog covers the folowing:
ONS Burglary Statistics
Recent ONS figures show a burglary happening every 106 seconds in the UK. With the number of break ins tending to increase during times of hardship it is unsurprising to hear that 2023 could yet again see a rise in incidents across the country. This is just as true for Middlesbrough and the North East as a whole.
With the current economic climate and ongoing cost of living crisis creating the perfect storm for a rise in burglaries it is important to keep a check on your home security. If you have valuables on display or faulty locks you keep forgetting to mend, you may be putting yourself at risk of becoming a target.
So, what should you be doing to review your home security measures and how can security upgrades make a difference?
Time for a home security review
Things can change so it is important that you constantly review your home security to check that it is still working as it should be.
MJS Master Locksmiths in Middlesbrough (Covering the North East) offer a free security review to help you look at what is working and where improvements can be made.
Even if you think everything is working as it should be, if you haven’t reviewed your home security in the last few months it is worth checking as simple changes can make a big difference offering you that extra peace of mind that you have your home protected.
Continue reading to discover things to look out for...
Have you had a change in circumstances?
- A new car?
- Working back at the office?
- Children left home so house empty frequently
- More holidays?
If you have just bought a new car or found yourself back in the office instead of working from home every day now might be the time to review your home security.
Little changes in your circumstances can mean that you need to review how you look at things.
Keeping on top of maintenance
We all live busy lives so that faulty lock might keep dropping down your list of priorities but it actually might be more of a security risk than you think.
67% of burglars break in through a door.
They look for weaknesses and broken fence panels, faulty locks or damaged windows can provide the perfect weakness for criminals to find way in. If you need help with uPVC door lock repairs then give us a no obligation call.
Also see our blog on Top tips to keep uPVC multi-point locks working and secure for further help.
How predictable are you?
If you can set your clock by your daily routine, then it could be time to relook at your security.
Regular activities may make your life easier but can also make it easier for people to predict the perfect opportunity when you can guarantee you will be out and they won’t be disturbed.
Are your keys secure?
If you can set your clock by your daily routine, then it could be time to relook at your security.
Regular activities may make your life easier but can also make it easier for people to predict the perfect opportunity when you can guarantee you will be out and they won’t be disturbed.
Do you know exactly who has keys to your doors
If you have recently moved in or your circumstances have changed it also might be worth considering changing the locks. 43% of break ins happen by someone you know.
If you are concerned that your home isn’t as secure as it could be there are simple security upgrades you can install that don’t cost the earth but provide greater protection for your home.
