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General House Security: Locks
Rim Lock Most doors are secured with a traditional rim lock commonly referred to as a Yale lock. A rim lock provides good security but should always be used in addition to other locks. The lock below is a Yale lock that conforms to British Standard 3621. Mortice Lock The mortice lock is often a [...]
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Choosing a Burglar Alarm You will find below advice regarding the choosing of an alarm system. Although this may seem a daunting prospect, by studying the options you may save money and you are more likely to end up with an alarm system that meets your needs. Police call alarms These alarms are remote signalling [...]
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Windows About 60% of burglaries happen via a window. To make your windows less vulnerable: Fit window locks Install security grates to basement windows Ensure windows are locked when the room or house is empty Install double glazing – this is harder and more noisy to break Remember that window locks can hinder escape in [...]
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Why pay more than you have to ? The objective of Rapid Insure is to speed up and simplify the process of buying insurance, by enabling you to purchase insurance in a variety of ways and by helping you to find the best deal to suit your home and budget. Household insurance is an area [...]
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You can instruct a chartered surveyor with security training to inspect and advise on how to make your home more secure and to resist all but the most determined thieves and burglars. The report will look at your home as a whole and then look at the most vulnerable parts. The surveyor will then advise [...]
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