House security what you got?

Pat-lock for the french doors was the first thing I bought for my new new-build house. Also have alarm system installed and Reolink cams going up same as what I have at my old house. Cars all have keyless entry disabled and my big Jag has a Ghost installed too. External lights all have smart bulbs installed with the dusk to dawn feature enabled.
 
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Don't forget the value of a local scallywag using the front of your house as his drop-off point for his "amateur pharmacist side-gig".

When I first got the keys and started working on the house, I noticed a shifty looking lad, dressed like a ninja crossed with a football hooligan, hanging around in front of my kitchen windows.

I tried not to notice, but after the fifth Transit-in-a-bodykit pulled up, it was pretty obvious what was going on.

I put the bin out and he asked bluntly "What's the camera for?" - I made it clear they were to protect my family and (politely) that I had absolutely zero interest in what he was up to.

As it turns out, whenever the local oiks decide to hang around, it's never on "his corner", meaning we avoid most of the nonsense that comes with living on a council estate.

Live & let live means we get pretty much left alone, which is exactly how I like things.
 
Haggisman said:
This depends completely on the lock in question.

A 3 star lock is a 3 star lock.
A non 3 star lock can become a 3 star locking system if it is installed in the correct handle.

Of course there's no point installing a 3 star lock (or handle) in a flimsy plywood door :p

It literally only tests the quality/security features of the lock, your security is only going to be as strong as the weakest link.
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What @dlockers is referring to is the 'door furniture' aka handle also being up to spec. If you're able to use a pair of mole grips on the handle chassis itself and bend it off the door, you expose more of the lock which potentially makes it easier to remove/break. A good handle is as good as a top lock.
 
Flor_Fina said:
House pets are cowards 99/100 times. People think they have a tough dog because its (insert breed), but in reality they'll make noise as they run away. A properly trained guard dog is a 10k investment.
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Try 30k for a German-bred (cropped & docked), properly trained personal protection Doberman. And when it does it's job, months in & out of court because the CPS values the robber's rights over yours. My cousin (done very well for himself through property flipping & "Influencing") went through exactly this when his "investment" mauled two unlucky Muppets, who were after his watch collection & RS6.

He's a lot more careful with what he shares on Instagram these days (and has moved all his fancy stuff to his place in Dubai).
 
Flor_Fina said:
House pets are cowards 99/100 times. People think they have a tough dog because its (insert breed), but in reality they'll make noise as they run away. A properly trained guard dog is a 10k investment.
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Oh yeah he's a softy, he just barks at anyone on my gravelled path outside if you get me.

I don't want a guard dog :D
 
RedMogg said:
Biggest deterrent is the fact that my neighbour is a lottery-winner who refused to move out of his council house, so he parks his McLaren behind my S-Max...
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...but posting a pic with GPS details (not uncommon on these forums) may help get it removed and then you're back to square one ;)
 
Semple said:
What @dlockers is referring to is the 'door furniture' aka handle also being up to spec. If you're able to use a pair of mole grips on the handle chassis itself and bend it off the door, you expose more of the lock which potentially makes it easier to remove/break. A good handle is as good as a top lock.
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Correct, and if you have a 3 star anti-snap lock, then the door furniture is irrelevant, as even if it is snapped, it doesn't allow access to unlock the door
 
Blink cameras front and back of the house.
Should the evil hoards break the doors down i have my old hefty keyboard ready to fight them off with help from the cat
 
nft_99 said:
Blink cameras front and back of the house.
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Just guessing, but mid-terrace? Same thing with front/rear
And weapon of last resort is whatever toy partner has left in the top dresser drawer
Although I do have a load of power tools in the next room since nobody can leave their gear in vehicles anymore (or shed for that matter)
 
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House location is a key factor in home security. Obviously you want to be away from where the people likely to be thieves live, and in a house that is overlooked by neighbours. It's the remote houses where you need much stronger security. In London, there can be very dodgy areas right next to nicer areas, which are then high target zones, so do your research carefully and look at the local streets.

Obviously a thief does not want to be seen, so the more they feel they would be seen on your property the better. So, don't give them too much cover from your garden bushes etc. Some permanent lighting combined with high powered motion activated lighting is a good idea.

When choosing a house, a location at the end of a close is much more secure than one on a through road.

Security is also greatly helped by not being too flashy. Don't look too wealthy with jewellery on display, have a less flashy car etc. If you want to be flashy, then leave it for a place where everyone is flashy and it's the norm, and the country has low crime.

It might also be worth getting more active in politics by contacting your local MP to discuss concerns. With tool theft for instance, I know that tradesmen are beginning to campaign about this, because it has got to unacceptable levels. I would say a total ban on the resale of tools via the High Street cash for goods places would be a very good idea, because they are being stolen for easy cash. If you are in an area where it is rife, then contacting your local MP and suggesting this might be a good step. There should possibly be a total ban on second hand power tools being sold online as well. After all, who ever wants to sell their tools? Those who inherit unwanted tools would just have to give them away, it's better than all tools being at high risk of theft.
 
Can’t remember if I’ve updated in a while, but I’ve now got Ultion 3 star anti snap locks in every door now and also installed reolink cameras. I need a good solid side gate to prevent side access and clear visabilty. As for buying a nice car again? I’ve not decided to be honest probably not be buying anything too flashy for a while.

As for people suggesting dogs, a friend had 2 cars stolen and they spiked his dog from the letterbox some of these people have no shame.
 
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