While it is vital homeowners keep their house safe and secure, this may be something people take for granted. Doing the same things every day is habit forming, but equally, you may find certain things slip your mind.
Therefore, the fact eight men have been jailed for committing 39 burglaries in less than a year in Stockport and Cheshire is a reminder to keep your home safe. The men were sentenced at Manchester Crown Court, with some of the men receiving a sentence of more than five years.
A burglary can change your life
DC Rob Shakespeare said: “The investigation encompassed 39 burglary offences by two organised criminal teams working on a massive and industrial scale. They targeted high value vehicles for sale to third parties, giving no thought to the impact they had on families whose house they entered and property they stole.”
The group referred to themselves as the Midnight Removals, and as you would expect, homeowners suffered considerably with their ordeal. Therefore, it is vital homeowners and tenants take steps to ensure their property is secure. Bear in mind the following security tips:
- Install an alarm and ensure it is set when you are not at home
- Update all locks at the property
- Ensure all windows are secure
- Make sure all keys are kept in a safe place
- Invest in smart lighting which creates the impression of someone being at home, even if no one is
- Minimise tell-tale signs you are away from home or no one is in
If you follow these security tips, you will make your home a safer place. There are many reasons to improve security in and around your home, but you’ll find property value is a key factor to bear in mind.
Prospective buyers are looking for a secure home
Prospective buyers will have features in mind when reviewing a property, and security is important. If your home has a number of key security features, and you can show you have taken steps to make the home more secure, you’ll find more buyers hold an interest in your property.
Given the competitive nature of the property market, with likely buyers having many homes to choose from, you want to stand out for the right reasons. When your home is secure, you may have the edge in the property market. We are pleased to say we have assisted many Stockport vendors sell their home, and we look forward to assisting you sell your home.
With convenient transport links to the centre of Manchester, and significant developments taking place, Stockport is the ideal place to buy, live or invest. As Stockport property specialists, we want to ensure you stay in touch with the latest property news. If you are looking for assistance in this area, give Spencer Harvey a call on 0161 480 8888 or send us an email at info@spencerharvey.co.uk. For a free valuation please visit: https://www.spencerharvey.co.uk/valuation-enquiry.html