Did You Know?
Many homeowners fail to realise that they are leaving their home at risk of being burglarised when they leave for holiday. In fact, more than 80 per cent of burglaries occur when a house is empty, according to research. Avoid becoming the next burglary victim by familiarising yourself with proper preventive measures.
Safeguard Your Home While on Holiday
Keep your home and its contents safe while you’re away with the following tips:
Preventive Precautions
Homes without security measures are five times more likely to be burgled than those with functioning security measures, according to government statistics. To protect your home, install outside lighting, as well as a visible burglar alarm. Remember to lock your doors and windows every time you leave the house, even if you are outside working in the garden.
The police also recommend registering your home, including the contents inside, on Immobilise, the United Kingdom’s national property register. This free online service helps police reconnect owners with recovered stolen items and helps simplify insurance claims when items go missing.