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    17 December 2025
    The Single Most Important Home Security Mistake Homeowners Must Avoid At Christmas

    "It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!"
    There's lots to look forward to this festive season:
    But, aside from your children, who else is excited about the presents you buy for your family?

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    3 October 2025
    The Critical Problem With Home Security Quotes Over The Phone

    When you're researching a product or a service, like home security, cost is always a consideration. It's natural to want to get an idea of the outlay to set your budget.
    You'd be within your rights to assume that a company providing security systems for many years could comfortably give you a reasonably accurate quote on the phone.
    But, if you made that assumption, you'd be wrong. Choosing a security installer who offers over-the-phone quotes could be a critical mistake.

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    12 September 2025
    Why Security Company Accreditations Are A Must-Have

    For many industries, accreditations from governing bodies or trade associations are the only way of ensuring that a company provides a quality service. Security company accreditations - covering burglar alarms, CCTVand access control- are no different. So why do we insist on NSI Gold, SSAIB and other accreditations?

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    20 August 2025
    The Stats For Chelmsford Burglaries! Can You Stay Off The List?

    The latest Chelmsford burglary stats are in. How safe is YOUR home? From Writtle to Chancellor Park, let's explore the facts behind the numbers...

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    18 July 2025
    Distraction Burglary Warning - If You're Not Sure, Don't Open The Door

    Not all burglars wear black face masks and lurk around your neighbourhood at night. Some of them are dressed in official looking uniforms, carrying fake ID - ready to perform a highly thought out distraction burglary.
    Your house could be next on their hit-list, so absorb the following advice and learn how to effectively turn away bogus callers in disguise...

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    23 May 2025
    Jamie Oliver Foils Attempted Break In!

    Burglar's don't only target your Average Joe- they also have the audacity to rob well-protected celebrity homes. The likes of Kim Kardashian and John Terry have suffered nasty break-ins over the past few years...This time though, Jamie Oliver fought back and prevented his family home from being ransacked by a thief!

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    25 April 2025
    5 Top Burglar Deterrent Tips For Your Home!

    Unfortunately, there isn't a burglar deterrent spray on the market.
    This means that it is up to you to ensure that your home is less appealing to criminals.
    Here are our top 5 burglar deterrents to help you secure your home!

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    18 April 2025
    5 Home Security Tips To Outsmart Burglars

    All burglars, from seasoned pros to opportunist amateurs, follow similar patterns. There's a criminal code of conduct that, if learnt and combated by homeowners, could greatly reduce the risk of your home being targeted.
    By putting yourself in a burglars boots and exploring the methods they use to target and enter a home, you can make your house or flat a less appealing choice.
    With that in mind, here are Blake's top 5 home security tips to outsmart burglars and protect your home.

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