In 2015 there were 750,000 burglaries reported in England and Wales, and though this statistic sounds worrying, the figures for breaking and entering in private homes are decreasing every year. This is down to increased awareness of home security measures and the continued improvements to door, lock, window and garage design.

Despite their apparent recklessness, burglars do not take chances when targeting a home. If your house is illuminated at night; has a locked gate; and a modern set of doors and windows, you can safely bet that a burglar won’t be interested in the property.

On the other hand, there are many telltale signs that a house is empty and poorly secured. These are the common giveaways that your home is empty:

• Curtains are stationary for a long period of time
• The home is dark at night, every night
• An over-stuffed letterbox
• Litter in the driveway

Simply arranging for neighbours to do simple tasks like removing post from the letterbox can solve a lot of issues. For illumination at night, a timer switch is the easiest way to make your home look occupied for a set period after dark. Similarly, you can provide instant illumination to your driveway by installing a motion sensor activated light.

Securing your garage

Of course, our area of expertise is the humble garage door – though, it’s not so humble as it once was. Many doors are certified Secured by Design, which means the door is designed with security in mind from the ground up.

A standard garage door is fitted with two locks in either corner, but of course you have the option to specify additional locks if your door is made to measure.

On the next level of security, motorised garage doors have locks that are actuated by the door motor and can be locked and unlocked with a handy remote or wall panel. The same motor continually applies downward pressure to the door and is only released with the press of a button. When paired with a roller garage door, this system of motorisation is one of the most secure garage options available.

Roller and sectional garage doors defend the home against forced entry using Secured by Design technology. Since each edge of the door is housed within an door frame, it is less susceptible to applied pressure from tools such as crowbars. This is unlike up-and-over garage doors that are left unsecured on at least two sides.

For optimum security, get advice from your trusted garage door specialist.

Safe & Secure is proud to supply a range of roller shutters to commercial and domestic customers throughout North Wales and Northern England. Our security roller shutters, roller garage doors, steel doors and fire shutters, are designed and produced by highly skilled engineers, who are dedicated to helping you find the best possible security solutions for your home or business. For more information about any of our services, get in touch with our friendly team today.