Local Firm Warns Homeowners and Businesses To Be On Their Guard
Monday, February 2nd, 2009A local security firm is warning homeowners and businesses to be on their guard following the release of a new study showing burglary rates increase by as much as 20% in winter. What’s more homeowners in Nottingham, Sheffield and Doncaster face the grim news that they are in the UK’s top 20 burglary prone postcodes according to moneysupermarket.com.
Christopher Watson, director of Chesterfield based Mint Services said, “As many as 729,000 burglaries take place each year with the bulk of those crimes carried out between now and Spring when the evening’s start to draw out. We’re called out to homes and businesses premises each day to install CCTV and burglar alarms after a robbery but unfortunately, by that point valuables have already been lost.
“We would urge anyone without a security system to seriously consider installing a basic alarm or CCTV camera system. Times are tough for everyone but effective security is cheaper than you would think and will save cash in the long run.”
Figures released by Nottinghamshire Police and the UK Chamber of Commerce and Industry estimate that retail and business crime costs businesses in the UK around £19 billion a year. Crimes such as theft, robbery and low-level problems such as vandalism and anti-social behaviour can all be prevented with effective and visible security systems. Add to that the knowledge that the average home burglary costs around £2000, it’s vital that homes and businesses in the Nottinghamshire area take suitable measures to avoid becoming a victim.
Protecting your home and businesses against an avoidable crime such as burglary makes sense,” adds Mr Watson. “Quite often just the sight of an exterior alarm box, door entry system or prominently positioned camera works as an effective deterrent. If the worst does happen despite your best efforts, you’ll also be able to present your insurance company with proof that you took reasonable precautions to protect your property and its contents.”
Mint Services is an NSI Systems Silver Medal approved supplier of intruder alarms, CCTV and Access control. A local family business, it offers a reliable, professional and affordable services. With bespoke systems for the home and workplace, Mint Services can offer police link up for extra peace of mind and a 24-hour call out service with guaranteed response within 4 hours.
Throughout the winter months Mint Services are offering free security consultations and alarm, CCTV and door entry quotations for homes and businesses within the Mansfield, Chesterfield, Nottingham, Doncaster and Sheffield areas. To book your no-obligation appointment, call 01246 888 444 or visit: www.mint-services.com