Do you live in a burglary hotspot?
17 June 2018
It will have come as a surprise to many that Guildford was recently named as one of the UK’s top burglary claims hotspots. This alarming revelation comes from MoneySuperMarket, who conduct annual research that analyses more than two million home insurance quotes over the last two years. The Guildford postal district of GU3 (which also […]
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Improving Access Security for Houses with Multiple Occupancy
19 March 2018
A House with Multiple Occupany (HMO) is a property that’s rented out by at least three people who are not from one household such as a family. They share facilities like the bathroom and kitchen. HMOs are popular with students and public-sector workers and are often found near universities, colleges and large public-sector organisations such […]
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Property Marking: Top Tips for Marking Up Valuables
10 July 2017
Marking up your valuables can act as a deterrent to thieves as clearly identifiable property is more difficult to sell and its value is reduced for the thief. Plus, you are more likely to have your property returned to you in the event of it being lost or stolen if it’s identifiably yours. What items […]
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Where’s the best place to put a burglar alarm?
12 June 2017
When it comes to securing your home, a burglar alarm offers increased protection and peace of mind. There are a variety of intruder alarm systems on the market with different types of detectors to choose from, and it’s the positioning of these sensors that’s key to the effectiveness of the alarm. Where to place your […]
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Garden Security – Reduce the Risk of Opportunistic Theft
14 May 2017
Each year, one in seven households has something stolen from their garden according to crime statistics. It’s hardly surprising, as a typical garden can often have up to £5,000 of goods on display if you take into account table and chairs, barbecues, water features and expensive shrubs. Two 6ft bay trees that cost £200 each […]
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Common entry points for burglars
16 March 2017
Burglars are quick to take advantage of any unlocked doors or windows – and they can also force their way into a property with surprising speed too. Here we take a look at some of the common entry points thieves use to get into homes. The front door It sounds obvious, but the front door […]
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