With summer approaching, days are warming and nights are staying lighter, but it’s important to stay vigilant about home security.
West Midlands Police are actively working to deter thieves, but everyone must play a part in preventing burglaries. Here are some simple tips to secure your home:
- Lock Up: Always close and lock doors, side gates, and windows when you go out, even if you’re just in the garden. Double-check locks before going to bed.
- Hide Valuables: Keep valuables and keys out of sight and out of reach from letterboxes, cat flaps, and open windows.
- Close Blinds/Curtains: Close blinds or curtains to prevent people from seeing inside and spotting valuables or your routine on a calendar.
- Remove Keys: Take keys out of doors, especially those with glass panels.
- Install Security: Set up security lighting, a burglar alarm, and CCTV cameras to deter intruders.
- Secure Tools: Put away tools and equipment, and lock sheds and garages with solid locks.
Additionally, open windows can pose a danger to small children. Keep furniture away from windows and fit child-resistant window restrictors to prevent falls. Stay safe and enjoy the lighter nights!