- Install deadlocks and window locks to all doors and windows to make it harder thieves to break in
- Deadlocks and window locks are needed for most insurance cover
- When moving into a new home, change the combination of your locks
- When on holidays maintain a normal look to your house
- Keep your home visible to the street
- Keep ladders, garden tools and other items that may be used for gaining entry to your home locked away
- Work with your neighbours to keep a watchful eye on each others property
- At night maintain some lighting to give the impression of occupancy
- Fit a secure door chain and door viewer
- Do not open the door to unrecognised or unexpected persons
- Keep your mail box empty
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