With the long nights and warm weather, summer is the perfect time of the year to get out and about and enjoy lots of activities, family time and the great outdoors. However, this also makes it an opportune time of the year for burglars and criminals to come out of hiding as many of us will be away from home.

Across the year, throughout the warmer months the number of home break ins, thefts and burglaries increases across the country. Hotter temperatures and longer evenings means that people stay away from home more than during the winter months, meaning that your home could become an easy target for criminals. Additionally, many people do not secure their doors and windows on the hottest days, resulting in criminals having easy access to your property.

At All Security Solutions, we are a leading CCTV installer in London and we’ve worked with clients across the capital and beyond to ensure their homes, businesses property is safe over the summer months.

Lock And Close All Windows And Doors

It’s really easy to forget to close every window in your home, or leave some windows on the latch when you go out. This is particularly so on a boiling hot day in the summer. However, these are the exact opportunities which thieves are looking for when they are searching for a home to break into.

Always remember to lock every single window and door before you leave the property and don’t be tempted to leave some windows slightly ajar.

Ensure You Don’t Leave Any Valuables In Sight

Before you leave your home, ensure that you hide anything of valuable away from sight from a window. This could include tablets and laptops, purses and even spare car keys. If a burglar was to spot anything of value lying around in your home, it increases the risk of a break-in as they are likely to suspect that there are more items of worth inside to steal.

If You’re Going Away On Holiday, Don’t Share This Information On Social Media

We all love sharing photos and experiences when we’ve been away on holiday, however, did you realise that you’re actually vulnerable to burglaries if you advertise that you are away from home for long periods of time? You may think that you can trust everyone on your ‘friends list’, but word can get out if there is an unoccupied house.

Ensure You Have A Security System In Place

It goes without saying that one of the best ways of protecting your home is to ensure that you have a security system in place to protect your property and belongings. This could come in the form of CCTV cameras, or even an alarm system. These both work as a deterrent, preventing crime before it happens, and can also stop criminals in their tracks if an alarm was to sound.

The experts at All Security Solutions have helped countless homeowners ensure they get the best from their security system – get in touch today to find out how they could help you