August is women’s month in South Africa. We particularly note the 9th of August as Women’s Day because it was on that day in 1956 when over 20 000 women bravely marched to the Union Buildings in Pretoria to protest against apartheid laws. Whilst women’s month is about celebrating the resilience, strength and courage of […]
Things are a lot colder and darker in winter. But this certainly doesn’t deter criminals. Sometimes crime actually increases during the cooler months, especially as a lot of home and business owners tend to put off security precautions. Here are a few simple winter security tips to follow during the chilly season that will help […]
We all want to keep burglars out of our homes – no matter the cost! After all, it’s not only buildings and possessions that we’re trying to protect. Most importantly, it’s our loved ones that we want to keep safe. Let’s look at four ways burglars get inside your home, and how you can prevent […]
A security checklist to check every day It’s all fine and well investing in a comprehensive security solution for your home or business, but if you don’t effectively use what you have then your security is just an illusion. The reality, especially in South Africa, is that we constantly need to check up on our […]
Windows in a home are often left unlocked, and even wide open. For this reason, burglars often find it easy to get into properties through windows. To keep your home secure, it is fundamental to burglar proof windows. Let’s take a look at some things you can do to prevent burglars gaining entry into your […]
Security is a necessity in your home. Home is the place where you want to feel completely safe. Home is the place where you want your loved ones to be protected. But you don’t want to feel like you are living in jail. One way to secure your home is by installing retractable barriers that […]
Unfortunately, many South Africans come home to discover that their place has been broken into. Even worse, some are victims of home invasions when someone (or everyone) is at home – and these burglaries can sometimes become violent and traumatic. It’s difficult to think straight when a home burglary happens, but here are some things […]
Safety is a basic need. One could argue that staying cool in summer is also a basic need. But how is it possible to feel secure and cool, at the same time, in South Africa? Most of us want to leave all the doors and windows open to allow some cool air, or even the […]
Vervet monkeys and chacma baboons can cause problems, particularly in the KwaZulu-Natal and Western Cape, when they enter residential areas looking for food to eat. There are a few things that you can do to ensure these particular pesky primates don’t get into your neighbourhood, and especially your home. Let’s take a look at five […]
Going away for the weekend is wonderful IF you don’t spend the time away worrying about whether your home and possessions are safe. Having a “lock-up-and-go” property offers flexibility, but it’s important to ensure the “lock-up” part is sufficiently secure before going anywhere. Here are a few ways you can burglar proof your home. 3 […]
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