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This summer with the warmer weather. School holidays and family vacations. You home is more likely to be a target than it would in the colder months. Here are some safety tips for Tipton and Great Bridge & Princes end. All windows and doors are locked when you leave the house – even if you’re only popping out for a few minutes!Make sure to lock away ladders at all timesKeep front, patio and back doors closed and locked when you are elsewhere in the house or the gardenTrimming hedges and trees at the front of your property removes opportunities for burglars to hide out of sightConsider growing prickly hedges or roses around the perimeter of your back garden – these are known as defensive plants and provide a level of deterrenceInstalling a dusk to dawn security light (at head height by front and back doors) – this increases levels of surveillance and will deter offenders Intruder alarm systems and CCTV will improve security – not to be replaced of basic security methods!Make sure to keep garden sheds and other outbuildings locked at all timesSecure side gates and keep them well maintained with padlocks on Keep valuables out of sight and away from windows and doorsLock your bike away in a secure shed or garageClear or hide heavy, loose debris from garden areas such as bricks, slabs etc. as these can be used to access your home. Brief summery about keeping your home safe this summer: Lock all doors and windows before going out, don’t advertise holidays on social media, use times lights to make it look occupied and keep valuables out of sight. Thank you from Tipton neighbourhood team | 
