Leaving your home for extended periods should be an exciting time. Whether embarking on a holiday or staying with family or friends nearby, a change of scenery and a fresh property can be thrilling.
That said, burglars are increasingly targeting homes the second they see the owners leave for a longer trip. Therefore, it makes sense to undertake a series of measures to ensure your abode is safe while you’re away.
It’s normal to feel like things are out of your hands while you’re away. Fortunately, you can do a few things to protect your belongings during this time. Here’s what some of them are.
Integrate Locks and Alarms with Smarthome Tech
A lot of your home’s security measures can now be accessed remotely from your smartphone. To make that possible, you might need to make a few changes.
Look into the services that Sure Locks provide. They secure the most modern alarms and locks quickly and professionally, minimising disruption wherever possible. Much of what they can install can be compatible with the tech mentioned above and accessed remotely, allowing you to stay notified of anything happening around your home while you’re away. Nothing will escape your notice.
Surelocks are also happy to perform a free security survey on your property without drawing you into any obligations to use their products. Afterwards, you can be advised on what security work needs to be done while your home is unattended, receiving assurances that you’ve covered all bases thanks to their guidance.
Keep Your Garden in Good Shape
Gardens can get somewhat raggedy when you’re away for a while. Consequently, it might be a good idea to give it some extra TLC before you go.
Mow the lawn and trim the hedges before you depart. If you’ll be away for quite some time, ask a neighbour to do the same. The more well-looked after your green spaces are, the more others might believe you’re still around. If you’re doing this yourself, get it all done the night before your travel to buy more time for your home to appear occupied.
You could also install a remote sprinkler system that activates on a timer or is under your control from afar. That way, there’s at least some activity at your property at the hours you deem fit, and it can make others think twice before trespassing.
Install Light Timer Devices
Many people use light timer devices for cost-cutting reasons, but they can also be used strategically while you’re away. Much like the sprinkler system, they can be activated remotely and make your property appear like it’s being lived in, deterring burglars away from your home.
It’s an elementary point, but lights are often associated with their being ‘signs of life’ inside a property. It’s a go-to signal everyone recognises, including burglars. It may cost you some money from an energy bill perspective, but if it gives you peace of mind and you can afford it, then this strategy is undoubtedly worth the cost.
Obviously, you don’t want to go overboard here. Just a lamp in your living room or the upstairs landing light should suffice. Your home doesn’t need to become Blackpool Illuminations!
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