How To Beat the Burglar

Here are some important tips and advice  to help you avoid being burgled when you are not at home.

Do not leave signs for a burglar that your home is unoccupied, such as:

- Milk bottles or parcels on the doorstep
- Newspapers and mail in the letter box.
- Unlit houses after dark.
- All windows shut in warmer weather.
- Rubbish bin left out.

Remove temptation

- Where possible, try to keep valuables out of sight from windows, particularly at Christmas when opportunities come gift wrapped.

If you are away for extended periods make sure your house looks as though it is occupied:

- Install timers which switch lights or radios on and off automatically. 
- Have a neighbour or friend pop round to clear your letter box or doorstep. 
- Encourage a neighbour to park on your drive. 
- If going out after dark, draw the curtains, leave some lights on and a radio playing. 
- Cancel the delivery of milk and newspapers.

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