Figures recently released by the UK Government show that burglary and crime is on the rise as the recession takes hold. Burglary is something that leaves victims traumatised and feeling insecure in their own home.

As Professionals, it saddens us to see the destruction these preventable crimes bring to our customers lives, as we are frequently called out on emergency jobs to replace or to secure broken front doors, door and window frames. In many cases these burglaries and crimes could have been prevented.

We are Professional Carpenters and provide carpentry for a living having completed thousands of projects, installing and repairing different kinds of doors, windows. Having all this experience and a website through which we can share our knowledge, we have compiled a list of simple yet helpful practical procedures you can follow to make your own home secure against preventable crimes.

Although some of these security guides may seem obvious, you'd be surprised how many of us ignore the basic safe and secure things around our homes and business.

• Make sure all windows and doors are locked, even if you are leaving your home or business premsies for a few minutes.
• Make sure your front door or entry door is fitted with a British Standard BS3621 insurance rated locks.
• Use quality ironmongery. Use at least three hinges for your front door. Heavy duty hinges, door security bolts and security hinge bolts are often optional but it is well worth choosing these items when installing the door as it will take a lot longer for a burglar to break the door, prevention is the cause of action through quality products.
• Use a door chain!
• Don't forget to secure and lock your back and side gates.
• ALWAYS lock your garage and shed.
• Leave some lights on or use a timed light switch if it is gong to be dark. before you return home.
• Never leave your keys or important documents near doors or windows.

As Professional Installers of locks and gates feel free to contact us for as Free Quote or consultation to make your home or business more secure with Crime Prevention.

Tel: 01934 420945

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