Forget going on a diet, or starting a new fitness regime as we enter 2022, what should instead be at the forefront of your mind, is home security. What use are diets and a gym pass if you’ve been burgled and all your precious belongings have been stolen, along with that wad of cash you were going to use to pay for your gym membership!
As the new year is upon us, why not focus on protecting the things that matter to you the most, by reassessing your home security measures and habits. Here is a simple guide to keeping your home safe and sound in 2022 and beyond:
Get into some good habits, ditch your bad ones
And no, we’re not talking about giving up sugar or smoking this year! Instead, we’re talking about getting into the habit of thinking about security both when you’re at home, and away from it. Make it a habit to lock all of the doors and windows when you leave home, or even when you’re in bed at night, as we all know that many burglars are opportunistic, and cruise neighborhoods on the look-out for open windows.
Reinforce these habits with other members of your household, too, and then you can be sure to have a secure home at all times.
Continually check and review your home security measures
From burglar alarms, to smart garage door openers and CCTV systems, it’s your responsibility to check that any security measures you’ve put in place, are working as they should. If they’re faulty or damaged and you haven’t noticed it or taken any action to make repairs, then you only have yourself to blame, and the burglar will only be thanking you!
Upgrade your locks
Over time – and even if new but installed incorrectly – locks can become worn, damaged and faulty. Weather can sometimes cause them to erode or malfunction, too, but whatever the reason, failing to repair or upgrade them as necessary, could see you targeted by thieves. It may simply be that the locks on your doors and windows are old and no longer perform as they should, in which case you’d be strongly advised to have them replaced by a local, residential locksmith at the earliest opportunity.
Upgrade to smart security
Smart home systems aren’t just the latest technological trend, they actually go a long way to giving you improved security at home, and provided you have your system professionally installed and only buy from a reputable supplier, you can connect CCTV cameras, home security systems, lights and even your doorbell remotely from a smart phone or tablet.
Whatever your goals are for 2022, make sure home security is one of them; with a few simple security upgrades and some sound advice from a security expert such as a residential locksmith, you can ensure that your home is safe and sound throughout 2022, and beyond.
