Keeping your home safe is always at the top of everyone’s list. When looking to secure your home, it’s often a daunting task and many see it as an expensive one too. There are plenty of ways to secure your home on a budget and to keep those belongings safe. It doesn’t all have to be about bolts and fancy cameras, we’ve put together a few of our top DIY security tips to help you feel more secure.
Lighting
Sensor lights by your front, back, side or any positioned door, are a great way to keep those unwanted guests out. You can pick up motion-sensor lights for under £20 to keep the boundaries of your home illuminated and safe. We know energy costs are constantly on the up, which is why solar-powered lights are a great option to keep those energy prices down too.
CCTV and Alarms
Now we’re not saying kit your home out like Fort Knox, that would cost a fortune! Hear us out on this one, a great option to act as a deterrent is dummy systems and alarms. Taking advantage of products that imitate real CCTV and alarms is an effective option if purse strings are a little tight at the minute. Certain dummy systems even come with LED-fitted lights to give them that extra layer of security.
Hiding Valuables
This is probably the most important factor when it comes to keeping your home safe. Making sure your valuables and keys are out of sight is imperative to keeping your home secure. Remember not to leave things in plain sight, especially by windows.
Set your Boundaries
If you’re lucky enough to have a garden, making use of things such as fences, bushes and your surrounding areas can be your first line of defence. Make sure your fencing is in good condition as any damaged areas or panels can give unwanted eyes a chance to scope out the area and possibly gain access.
Let’s make some noise. If there’s a path or driveway leading to your doors, laying gravel is a great tactic to deter burglars away. As it’s noisy to walk on, gravel can help alert you to people approaching your home before they arrive at the door.
There’s always the old trick of using dense and thorny hedges around your property to put intruders off. Don’t think anyone fancies a trip through thorns and nestles, do they? Top hedges ideas: holly, pyracantha and hawthorn.
These are just a few simple steps to make your home more secure without breaking the bank. We’re always giving out some tricks and tips on our blog and in our newsletters, you can sign up here to get them right to your inbox.