How to secure your home
The ultimate guide to keeping your home safe and secure
Our homes are places we should feel safe and secure. But, regardless of where you live, there is always the threat of intruders, vandalism, and other security risks.
The good news is, there are a number of ways you can keep your home, family, and belongings safe.
Here are our top tips for securing your home.
Secure your doors
If you want to secure your property, it’s vital that your doors are up to the job. Check that your exterior doors are all strong, in good working order, and have protected hinges. It’s also important to check that your door can’t be unlocked by reaching through the letterbox.
Smart locks give you full control over who has access to your home, without the need for keys. The vast majority of smart locks are controlled by Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, so you can access your property using your smartphone, as well as granting access to other people by setting up digital keys. And, you won’t have to worry about losing your keys either!
As well as upgrading to smart locks, if your front door doesn’t have a window in it, make sure you install a peephole so you can clearly see who is there before deciding whether or not to open it. Potential intruders can pose as salesmen or other reputable visitors so this extra visibility can really help you to assess if they are genuine.
Install a smart home security doorbell camera
With a smart home security doorbell camera, you can secure your home and see who is at the door. There are a range of different models on the market, from leading brands such as Ring, Eufy, ICS, ERA, TUYA, and more.
Install a security alarm
A smart alarm will protect your property, your belongings, and your family. As soon as the alarm is activated, you will be alerted, wherever you are.
Secure your windows
Windows are another common entry point for burglars.
Adding secure window locks to any ground-floor windows will make it harder for potential intruders to use them to enter your property. No matter how small the window, it could pose a risk so ensure they are all fitted with secure locks with keys.
You should also check that your window frames are secure and consider reinforcing glass with window security film or window bars.
Lighting
Motion activated outdoor lights will help to deter potential intruders, giving them less room to hide and alerting you to their presence. So make sure there is plenty of light around your property, particularly around your gardens or yards, doors, sheds, garages, etc.
With smart lighting, you can control your security lighting from your smartphone, wherever you are. Smart bulbs can also be used both in and outside your property, allowing you to put lights on a timer to turn them on or off from anywhere, creating the impression that someone is home. This can be particularly beneficial if you’re on holiday or away for couple of days.
Set up CCTV security cameras
As well as providing a record of any intruders or damage to the property, CCTV also acts as the ultimate deterrent against burglary and vandalism.
There are a range of CCTV solutions available to meet your needs and your budget, with features such as motion detection, night vision, Wi-Fi capability, two-way talk, local and cloud storage, and more.
Smart CCTV systems, for example, provide alerts if there is motion or noise outside your home, some can even send you stills or video of the person’s face.
Smart home security systems
An increasing number of homeowners are embracing smart home security systems to secure their homes.
These systems bring together security cameras, motion detectors and locks that alert you if doors or windows are opened. You can then receive alerts and monitor security via your phone, and check on your property from anywhere and view live footage of your property. So, for example, if someone is approaching your property, you will be alerted on your smartphone.
As well as securing your home, these systems also offer other benefits, such as being able to monitor the movements of children inside the house, or making sure elderly relatives are safe in their own properties.
At Smart Choice Security, we not only offer the very best home security products, but we also offer a free installation service too. It’s all part of our service. Explore our range of locks, smart home devices, and more here. And, if you have any questions, please get in touch.