Don’t forget to lock up: The first lines of defence in home security

Kya de Longchamps looks at that first line of defence in home security — properly detailed windows and doors

BURGLAR alarms matched to CCTV are the domestic darlings of the security industry. The time and expense spent swinging around on a ladder or chasing through masonry to fit a system, are a thing of the past. Wireless alarms allow discreet installation of a system in a standard four bedroom house in one afternoon. With a monitored, wireless or wired system networked to your mobile phone, the cosy addition of a keyholder and 24/7 vigil by a gallant receiving centre, surely we are as safe as our houses? However a survey by Liberty Insurance, revealed 65% of us don’t bother to turn our alarms on when we go out?

Locks or alarms?