Crime, in all of its various forms (from burglary right down to vandalism), costs businesses across the country millions on an annual basis. But in such a complicated age, security has never meant so many different things to so many different people, which can be especially confusing when you’re trying to run a business. One […]
Security tips
How to make your home less attractive to burglars without making it ugly
Any burglary can be a devastating loss, not just in terms of the property you might lose but the invasion of privacy. Being a victim of a burglary can have a significant impact on your mental and physical wellbeing and could leave you feeling perpetually unsafe in your own home. Burglars, however, are rarely stupid […]
The importance of maintenance contracts in security
There is nothing in this world that’s quite as frustrating as having to fork out for something unnecessarily. How many times, however, have you been forced to call in the repairmen when something goes awry – only to be told it’ll cost almost as much to fix as it cost in the first place? That’s […]
How to prevent hackers from gaining access to your smart home
The modern, connected smart home is perhaps one of the greatest feats of modern invention. However, to paraphrase a certain arachnid superhero, with great power comes great responsibility. With the Internet of Things now so heavily ingrained in our daily lives (everything from our TVs and our fridges, to our lighting and our heating), it’s […]
Protecting your car by protecting your home
Burglars are well known for stealing high-value items during a break-in. The smaller the valuable the better, because they’re easier to carry, conceal and ultimately sell. It comes as a surprise to many people that thieves prefer not to steal items we traditionally think of as being targeted, like flat screen televisions. They’re heavy, and […]
How burglars distract victims
Most burglaries are crimes of opportunity. Thieves don’t generally case a house for weeks before they break in; they will usually spot a vulnerable home in passing, take note of it and return at a later date. Issues like poor maintenance, indifferent security and hidden points of entry are all attractive to burglars. Additionally, burglars […]
Spring cleaning – your home security checklist
With spring officially springing and the dull ache of winter receding, many thoughts turn to the annual spring clean. For most, this means clearing through wardrobes to gather wares for the next car boot, making sure the Christmas decorations are safely stored back in the attic and giving the old homestead a general bit of […]
The people targeted by burglars
When we think of the victims of a burglary, we rarely imagine ourselves. Instead, it’s an old person, or students, or the wealthy. But burglaries occur all over the UK, and to all manner of different people. In addition, it’s important to remember that the victims should not be blamed for the crime. In this […]
What are thieves looking for in a business?
It’s a myth that burglars case a location for months before making their move. These are most often crimes of opportunity, not thoughtful heists. Thieves are always on the lookout for vulnerable buildings – both residences or business premises. They’re searching for any place where security isn’t as strong as it could be. In this […]
Harder times mean higher crime rates
Government cutbacks have been in the news a lot recently, blamed for the increase in the severity and frequency of knife crime. However, the crime spike cannot be blamed entirely on budget cuts. Part of the increase is due to difficult economic times for people up and down the country. Unfortunately, the combination of a […]
