Add these tips to the pre-holiday protection list to reduce the risk of your home becoming a target.
LOCK THE SHED as garden and DIY gear is valuable and can also be used to break in to the house.
LEAVE A CAR parked in the driveway to make the house look occupied while you’re away.
LOCK AWAY VALUABLES such as laptops and cameras, which are easy to pawn, and hide keys. from boxes of gifts such as bikes or TVs aren’t poking out of the bin.
CHANGE THE LOCKS on a new home before moving in and ensure only those you trust have a key.
KEEP A LOW PROFILE on social media. Change your settings to private and don’t announce that you’re going away.
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