Security Tips
Going on holiday and leaving your home vacant? Some or all of these security tips may well be worth implementing even if you’re not going away!
Leave a key with a trusted friend or neighbour instead of hiding a spare key that could be found.
Do not leave spare keys or car keys readily available inside the house.
Consider installing motion-activated lighting around your home.
It is best to lock up any tools in a shed.
If you like pets, then dogs can be your best burglar alarm. If not, a 'beware of the dog' sign may still deter a burglar.
If you have unique items of jewellery and other collectables, consider a portable and concealable hide-away safe, available in a variety of sizes.
If you purchase expensive electrical appliances, cut the boxes into pieces before recycling because boxes left on the nature strip can let burglars know what is new in your home.
Back-up computer hard drives and keep these copies in a different location to prevent the loss of information on your computer.
Mark your property using ultra-violet markers or an engraver e.g. write ‘NSW’ followed by your drivers license number. Marked property is much harder for burglars to resell.
Let a trustworthy neighbour know if you are going away on holiday
Don't discuss your holiday plans in a public place
Don't leave gardening tools or ladders around the perimeter of your house
Ensure your home has adequate security signage
Cancel your paper delivery
Clear any bushes or shrubs that may provide a concealed entrance
Consider putting timers on lights, TV and the radio