SOUTH AFRICA | GOING AWAY THIS EASTER? THESE TIPS WILL HELP YOU TO PROTECT YOUR HOME & VALUABLES

As we enter the Easter period, many of you will be heading off for a well-deserved break. 

Remember to make sure your home and valuables are protected and secured.

• Don’t let everyone you know that you’re going away. Posting a status update that says you’ll be going away on vacation isn’t ideal for personal security. Keep what you share to a minimum, and rather share your vacation pics and updates when you’re back from vacation.

• Be sure to have some form of lighting on for the night time. People who have ill intentions will be able to see that nobody’s home when night time comes around.

• Switch off appliances to prevent any electrical fires from happening while you’re gone.

• Check that all doors and windows are locked. Any and all obstacles to the home will serve as deterrents for potential burglars.

• Don’t store items outside of your house. Building materials, wood, etc. can all serve as a type of ladder or means to jump the wall of your property.

• Keep blinds/curtains closed. Don’t let possible intruders see what’s available and valuable inside your home.

• Never leave extra keys in expected places. Hiding emergency access keys around your home is not a good idea. Rather leave keys with a trusted neighbour or friend.

• Store precious items in unexpected places or a safe. Ensure that your most important or expensive items are not accessible to others.

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