Take extra care this winter…

We’re often led to believe that summer is the season where extra precautions need to be taken when it comes to keeping your home safe from break-ins. But winter offers its own window of opportunity which could leave your property vulnerable to thieves.

With darkness setting in way before you get home in the evening, anyone watching your property will be able to take advantage of the cover. Folk aren’t out walking or gardening in the evenings as they would be in summer, and if you haven’t got any security measures in place, there’s nothing to alert anyone to any criminal activity going on.

As James Kelly, Chief Executive of the British Security Industry Association recently warned:

“Darker nights can signal the start of the burglar’s favourite time of year, with properties more vulnerable to opportunistic crime when left in darkness for longer, particularly as we approach the festive season”.

What’s more, with Christmas around the corner, you might also be thinking about going away, which is something else you’ll need to be prepared for.

So, what effective security measures do we advise you to implement in order to be fully security conscious this winter?

1. Check that your gates, doors and windows are shut and locked at all times.
2. Leave a light on if you go away, and the curtains closed.
3. Install security lighting. Great for putting off those who are hoping to go unnoticed on your property.
4. Have CCTV installed. Combined with a light that’s activated by darkness, CCTV provides an effective deterrent.
5. The presence of an alarm is also key in reflecting that you have taken security measures to protect your home or business. If this doesn’t put thieves off, the sounding of an alarm certainly will!
6. Should the above happen, you’ll need a rapid response team there fast. Venture Security offers this service to properties in and around Andover, which can be reached by the team in minutes. If the intruder hasn’t been scared off by the alarm, they won’t have long to vacate the building before we arrive, which significantly reduces the amount of damage and losses you could incur.

James Kelly concludes:

“There are a wide range of security measures available on the market to protect people and their properties during the winter months. However, when sourcing a solution, it is important that no corners are cut when it comes to choosing a quality supplier. Poor quality products can lead to further problems down the line, so ensure that you are choosing a professional security provider who meets with the appropriate British and European standards for their product or service.”

At Venture, we’re proud to be awarded a number of industry-specific accreditations, and pride ourselves upon offering a first-class security service which is cost-effective too. So don’t let your guard down this winter, call 0800 021 3949 today for more information.