Did you know that a burglary occurs every 20 seconds. With the winter months now upon us and nights drawing in early this gives burglars extra protection against being seen.

ADT has compiled 10 tips to help protect your property in the winter months.

Ensure that at least one room is lit when your home is empty.
Either remove or prune all trees, hedges and shrubbery to no more than one metre high. This will allow for natural surveillance from neighbours and passers-by.
Never leave an answering machine message indicating you're not at home.
Cancel milk and papers if you are going away and don't leave notes in the letterbox saying the keys are next door.
Close and lock your doors and windows! Most burglaries occur because windows have been left open or doors left unlocked.
Don't leave valuables in sight through windows where potential burglars can see them.
Join your local Neighbourhood Watch Group and look out for each other. Your local crime prevention officer can point you in the right direction.
Security mark your property with a UV invisible marker. Include your postcode and the number an /or name of your house.
Invest in a monitored home security system as these are an effective deterrent against crime.
Make sure your home doesn't look deserted when you are away.
Use timers to turn on and off lights, televisions and sound systems.
Leave a car on the drive, if possible. If not, ask a neighbour to leave their car in the driveway.

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