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Organising a holiday can be a massive stress with constant worries going through your mind, this article gives you some handy tips to keep your house safe while abroad, helping you to have one less thing to worry about.
Lock doors and windows, this simple tip may seem like its stating the obvious but many holiday makers forget to do this prior to their vacations. Most burglars don't actually need to use an array of special tools to try and break their way into your house, they simply just turn the knob or climb through the window and let themselves in, with no fuss and no mess and that's how most of them get away with it.
Use your alarm system So many home owners take it for granted, if you're going away on holiday it is the perfect time to start using you alarm if you hadn't done for a while. If you haven't got one it may be a good idea to invest especially if you are going on a long trip at least then you can guarantee peace of mind throughout your holiday.
Make sure you draw the curtains, don't tempt fate. If you leave your blinds or curtains open, robbers can see exactly what's in your house, whether it be your television, your x-box, or anything else of value. Don't dangle your expensive belongings in front of thieves especially when you're away. Make sure you close them all before you leave so robbers can't tell that you might have something worth stealing.
Have your post collected, make sure you have a neighbour or a friend who can collect your newspapers or mail; you don't want the house to look as though nobody is there, and piles of letters and newspapers would be a massive giveaway to any thief on the lookout for the perfect opportunity.
Keep a light on, although it may seem like a huge waste of electricity it could help deter burglars. Thieves generally pick houses that are easy and safe to break into. They tend to stay well clear of homes that look like they'd take more than five minutes of hard work, or houses that could leave them being too exposed. An outside floodlight near your door is a good idea it doesn't have to be so bright that it disturbs the neighbours, but it should give off adequate illumination.
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