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A high quality, professionally fitted and well-maintained security system is a very effective way of protecting your property against break-ins, theft, and vandalism. A burglar alarm gives an urgent warning that crime against your property may be taking place, making them a valuable investment for homes and businesses. What Are Burglar Alarms Used For? Burglar …

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It’s a bit of a myth that security lighting is the most effective way of securing property. Sure, it is somewhat effective, but I feel it has been afforded a pedestal at the detriment of other measures of security. Areas lit by security lighting are often deemed more secure but this isn’t particularly true. Well …

Let there be light! Read More »

Often, we are told by potential customers that they can get a system cheaper from Ebay. Not what we really like to hear for one of many reasons. The debate, as ever, is on-going about the vulnerability of DIY systems. General technological advancement can always mask vulnerability cosmetically when it comes to selling something. Once …

DIY Security Systems? Don’t risk it. Read More »

In the last year or so, dog theft appears to be on the rise. It has been the worst year for dog theft in history. This type of crime is upsetting and stressful for the dog owners and dangerous for the animals involved. With this in mind, we will look at the best ways to …

How to Protect Your Pets – The Current Increase in Dog Theft Read More »

Back in the day people would install a CCTV system to protect their homes from burglars. As we’ve changed how we live, especially lately, and with CCTV systems improving all the time, CCTV systems have seen their utility adapt into other purposes. Keeping an eye on the family. Remote access via apps to security cameras …

CCTV does so much more than protecting your home! Read More »

Home security is very important, even in the fictional world of Hollywood films. Here is a look at some of the most notable security from the big screen featuring everything from CCTV to snake pits. Home Alone My favourite, and the one film that demonstrates exactly why you need CCTV. In this movie,  armed with …

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Shockingly nearly two-thirds of burglaries are now occurring when people are indoors. Part and parcel of lockdown I suppose. We often get told that because people are indoors more often they don’t need security.  Problem is, that won’t deter burglars. And the ones that will break into your house while you’re in there probably are …

Lockdown statistic: Nearly two thirds of burglaries occur when we are in our houses? Read More »

The UK Door Security Association (UKDSA) have just come out and said that many hospitality venues might not  be able to open as there are not enough door supervisors to supervise them. Many SIA badge holders have moved into other work, many finding work at Covid test & vaccination centres. Brexit hasn’t helped either as  …

Maybe we won’t be having a beer in the pub as quickly as we thought?  Read More »

It’s been a tough year for many following the Pandemic. As we look ahead to new financial year, I am personally reaching out to my friends, colleagues, customers and network for some extra support. This could also be a year where me and my extended network of friends, customers and colleagues could help you? Reflecting …

Onwards and Upwards: Ready for the new financial year? Read More »

What is a ram-raid attack? Ram-raiding is when a vehicle is used to breach a shopfront, warehouse or cash machine. The shock of the attack is crucial to its success. The shock gives thieves a small but effective window of opportunity to grab what they can and be off. Any shop or warehouse can be …

Ram-Raided? Read More »