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Advice on making your home more secure

16 Feb 2012

Research shows that burglars are less likely to try and get into a secure home. They will, where possible, move on to a home that has fewer security precautions. You can assess how secure your home is from the possibility of burglary and use some of the simple steps suggested to make your home safer.

Make your home safe

nidirect could help give you peace of mind that you have done all that you can to make your home safe. There are some simple steps on each of the pages below to ensure that your home is more secure – reducing the possibility of you experiencing a burglary.

Doors

Increasing the security at doors will help add to the time a burglar will need to gain entry. Always lock your doors and make sure they are in good condition.

Windows

It is essential that the windows in your home are as secure as you can possibly make them. Any weakness in the frame or lock can be exploited by a burglar.

Outside your house

Good security begins on the outside - with very simple measures that will delay or put a burglar off.

Valuables

Many people by way of habit will leave valuables sitting in easy view and reach of the front or rear door of their property. Protect your valuables by storing them securely out of sight.

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