Top Security Tips

All CASAC Burglary Reduction clients are provided with free security advice to help them secure their homes.  Many of the ideas are simple - making your home more secure need not cost a lot.

• Before you leave your property, make sure that all windows and doors are secured. An open window or door is an open invitation for burglars.

• Do not leave any windows open unless you are in the room.

• Never tell anyone that you are on your own.

• Keep the door locked at all times and remove the key. Even if you are only in the garden, keep your door locked!

• Always use door viewers/chains (if fitted) when answering the door in order to check the identity of the caller. Make sure you check ID properly.

• Do not leave door chains on – only use when answering the door.  

• Only deal with people by appointment & phone the company they are from to confirm ID. Do not use the phone number on their ID badge, find it in the phone book or from a reliable source.

• If work needs to be done in your home choose a trustworthy tradesman – try calling CASAC Check Point on 0845 838 8851
  

• Keep any spare keys to the property in a safe place and out of sight.

• Never leave clues that you are away from home, cancel milk and paper deliveries if you are going away, on holiday or into hospital.

• If you have any further questions, please contact the CASAC Burglary Reduction Team on 0845 519 2122

CASAC doesn't just fit door and window locks, but gives added value through providing advice on: general Community Safety, Fire Safety, Fuel Poverty, Property Marking Equipment, Visual Deterrents.