As Burglaries Spike in Autumn, ‘Fall’ for an Outdoor Security Upgrade

When the summer months are in full swing, homeowners often spend hours upon hours enjoying their outdoor spaces. And although their attention moves back indoors when autumn arrives, it’s worthwhile for installers to recommend the importance of an outdoor security upgrade at this time of year.

Autumn is statistically the worst time of the year for burglaries in the UK. According to figures from Ideal Home1, the darker months see an increase in burglaries by around 12%, with insurance provider, Aviva, highlighting that 55% of burglary incidents occur when it’s dark2.

And this increase in burglaries will be at front of mind for homeowners too at this time. National Home Security Month, running throughout October, is a nationwide campaign aiming to raise heightened awareness of the importance of a home security upgrade. With promotion across radio, social media and in-stores, each year it encourages homeowners to do all they can to improve their home security measures.

So, with homeowners on the lookout for the best security products available to help secure their homes, now is the perfect time for installers to stock up on the highest quality security solutions.

And to help ensure you are opting for the most appropriate options to best protect your customer’s homes, we are on hand to provide their expert advice on the subject.

Discover the range of security products available for different areas of the home

Porch

The front door is often the first port of call for opportunists looking to make an easy entrance into a property. According to Aviva, 76% of household burglaries in England and Wales occurred when the culprit accessed the home through a door2, so it’s essential that this area of the home has sufficient security measures in place to protect the inside of a property.

The National Home Security Month team will be advising homeowners on the importance of opting for a 3-star security cylinder for a front door lock. This means installers can piggyback on this promotion and increased knowledge of door lock standards, ensuring they are stocking up on a range of in-demand 3-star security products.

With 3-star security cylinders offering heightened security for homes, suggesting a simple cylinder change to your customer’s will help to dramatically increase the level of protection for their home.

At Security Hardware, we stock a variety of 3-star cylinder products in-branch and online from top brands including Schlosser, Ultion and Yale.

And after suggesting a simple cylinder change to your customers, you could also advise them to invest in other security solutions to upgrade the protection of this part of the home. A security light and camera will ensure their porch is well-lit and visible, making it a criminals worst nightmare.

Windows

Windows are another popular way for opportunists to gain easy entry into your customer’s homes. According to Aviva’s Burglary Report, in one in five cases of residential burglaries, opportunists gained access through windows2, making it an area that requires attention by homeowners.

When surveying a property, installers can look at window locks and handles to see if they require an upgrade. Burglars will quickly be able to spot if window handles are not up to scratch, which can allow them to easily break in with minimal hassle.

Installers should opt for a high-security window handle when recommending solutions to their customers, with Security Hardware stocking brands such as the Schlosser Technik in a range of finishes.

Sheds & Garages

Installers should also look to recommend security solutions to protect their customer’s sheds and garages.

Both sheds and garages can often hold thousands of pounds worth of tools, machinery and bicycles, making it a target for thieves.

At this time of year, installers should ensure they are stocking up on a range of padlocks, suitable for outdoor use, that can protect against a range of harsh weather conditions and attack methods.

For example, Squire’s VULCAN P4 40 Padlock has a hardened steel shackle, made from Boron steel, is highly resistant to corrosion and a tough die-cast alloy lock body for the ultimate protection for sheds and garages.

Being sure to stock up on a range of padlock options will ensure that you have all the tools to secure your customer’s shed and garage valuables - an essential as we approach the darker nights period.

So, whilst home security is at front of mind, it’s worth installers getting ahead of this increase in demand by stocking up on a range of security products hand-picked by the experts at Security Hardware.

For more advice and support on the range of security solutions from Security Hardware, contact us via the enquiry form here, by phone on 01902 607232.

1 Ideal Home, 2021

2Aviva, 2021