TOP TIPS – SHEDS
SHEDS ARE CONSTRUCTED FOR STORAGE AND NOT SECURITY
Ensure perimeter treatment restricts access to your shed
Ensure your shed is in a good state of repair.
Consider installing a strong grille or heavy wire mesh around any windows to increase security.
Consider reinforcing walls with wire mesh
Fit a quality lock, such as a closed shackle padlock, and bolt the fittings to the door with a steel panel fitted on the inside of the door. Consider installing a shed bar to enhance door security
Fit an energy-efficient dusk to dawn light
Postcode items that you store in the shed and keep a record of any serial numbers
Mark property whenever possible using a visible ink pen or paint to deter thieves
Make sure the shed is always locked and that any garden tools are put away safely inside
Use a heavy duty chain to secure valuable items within a shed to make sure they are protected so thieves can’t get them even if they break in
Replace existing hinge screws with non-return screws or blind-headed bolts
Remove temptation by using net curtains at windows
Install a battery operated alarm
Endeavour not to store particularly valuable items in your shed
Mark Wall
01484 436839
TOP TIPS – SHEDS
SHEDS ARE CONSTRUCTED FOR STORAGE AND NOT SECURITY
Ensure perimeter treatment restricts access to your shed
Ensure your shed is in a good state of repair.
Consider installing a strong grille or heavy wire mesh around any windows to increase security.
Consider reinforcing walls with wire mesh
Fit a quality lock, such as a closed shackle padlock, and bolt the fittings to the door with a steel panel fitted on the inside of the door. Consider installing a shed bar to enhance door security
Fit an energy-efficient dusk to dawn light
Postcode items that you store in the shed and keep a record of any serial numbers
Mark property whenever possible using a visible ink pen or paint to deter thieves
Make sure the shed is always locked and that any garden tools are put away safely inside
Use a heavy duty chain to secure valuable items within a shed to make sure they are protected so thieves can’t get them even if they break in
Replace existing hinge screws with non-return screws or blind-headed bolts
Remove temptation by using net curtains at windows
Install a battery operated alarm
Mark Wall
01484 436839