home security

Make sure your front and back doors are secured properly and remember to secure all windows before leaving your home. Never leave a key 'hidden' outside - thieves know all the hiding places.

West Midlands Police in Walsall have issued a 'Peace of Mind While You're Away' Home Monitoring Registration Form. For more information or a paper copy of the registration form please contact your local Police Station. To download a copy of this form please click here.

Good external lighting will help to deter the thief at night. Fit a light and a movement detector to illuminate the front and back doors, making sure all work is performed by qualified competent individuals - speak to whg for advice on this matter.

Keep hedges, trees and shrubs in your front garden below the window sill. This will prevent a screen for the burglar to work behind.

Mark all your valuable property clearly with your postcode and house number.

Join the Neighbourhood Watch in your area. If there isn't one, why not start one as many insurance companies now offer reduced rates in Neighbourhood Watch areas.