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How to Prevent Burglaries Whilst You’re on Holiday

Are you looking forward to a well deserved summer holiday? We want to make sure you can relax and let go, whilst knowing that your house is safe and secure from burglars whilst you are chilling by the pool. Here are a couple of tips to give you peace of mind:



A family is loading luggage into the back of a car.

Tip 1: Automatic timers are essential yet very affordable security devices. Turn on your lights and radio automatically as it gets dark to give the illusion that your house is still occupied.

Tip 2: Use the Royal Mail's 'keepsafe' service - they keep your mail for up to 2 months while you're away. This ensures you mail doesn’t build up outside your door - a clear indication you are away.

Tip 3: For the same reason, cancel any newspaper or milk deliveries.

Tip 4: Inform trusted neighbours the dates that you are away. If you can give them access to keys, they can open and close curtains, collect your post and make the house look more active.

Tip 5: Avoid posting about your holidays on social media. We know everyone wants to show off their beach photos, but wait until you have returned to share that you have been away.


Happy holidays!


Follow these guidelines to enjoy your holiday to the maximum knowing that you will come back to an untouched property. Get in touch now to see how we can further decrease the risk of a break-in at your property on 01753 754890 or drop us an email at info@spectrumsecurity.co.uk.

Catherine Dove • May 1, 2018
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