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Home invasion is something that we all worry about at one point or another. It’s normal. The world can be a worrying place. We share it with individuals who have no problem taking what does not belong to them. This in itself is not as scary as it is annoying, but what...

An Englishman’s home is his castle. It’s an adage we all know. And while it may be a little outdated these days, the message still rings true. Castles were built to be secure; to serve as a safe place where we can eat, sleep and spend time with our loved ones. That’s...

When it comes to home security tips to keep you and your family safe, you can never get enough advice. If we’re honest with each other, South Africa continues to struggle with crime. It’s not a secret. Statistics from the Africa Check Organisation* show that our...

Whether you're at home sleeping or out and about, home security is your solution to peace of mind. If you’re looking for solutions for protecting your home, there are answers everywhere. Whether you live alone, with your family or in a house share, our homes are our...

A study by Professor Zinn* makes interesting and useful reading in terms of the way South African criminals set about planning and executing a domestic burglary. Prof. Zinn interviewed 30 convicted and incarcerated criminals and we have captured these results in an...

Here are our top home security tips to increase your home’s security as we know there’s simply nothing worse than coming home to discover your home has been broken into and ransacked. So while you might not be able to install a moat, there are some clever home...

A recent report on CNN shows that violent crimes and burglaries are on the rise, and this only goes to show how important home security and home safety are. Regardless of where you live in the US, being able to protect your home is a necessity, and the best way to do...

Although crime reports say crime in the US has seen a general decrease over the last 25 years, in May of this year a document released by the Major Cities Chiefs Police Association, show a 9 percent increase in violent crime nationwide. The New York Times reported at...

You have an alarm, security gates and private security, but how safe is your home? When it comes to home safety and protecting your home, you can never be too careful. Home security tweaks are essential in protecting your home against criminals who are targeting your...

Sometimes we think we’re being diligent about DIY home security, making assumptions about how a would-be burglar sees your home. But have you ever wondered what exactly a burglar is thinking? We scoured the internet looking for home security tips from burglars and...

The crime rate in South Africa is at an all-time high with a big increase in aggravated robbery seen over the last two years. Hijackings in South Africa are a big contributor to this. Virtual Police crime statistics note that since the carjacking crime reprieve...

Home security is vitally important to ensure the safety of yourself and your loved ones but finding ways to protect your home doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg! Here are 10 effective home security tips and tricks to improve your home security today: 1: Always...

Have small children or elderly parents in the home? Want to protect your home a little more from criminals?  Keeping your home safe and secure, is a top concern for all of us. Doing regular home checks to ensure safety in the home, is essential. However, it can be...

If you have experienced violence in South Africa first-hand or have found yourself a victim of the rising crime stats in South Africa, we don’t have to tell you how traumatic it can be. However, being able to identify everything about your attacker and the attack goes...

A survey about crime in South Africa conducted by Statistics South Africa focusing on Crime Stats SA has listed the crimes that South Africans fear most. The Victims of Crime Survey for 2014/2015 looked at home security in private households from all nine provinces in...

Don’t let the rainy days fool you, summer is finally here! Meaning we have the time to do those things around the house we’ve been meaning to do all year. Whether you are looking to upgrade your house security systems, looking for ways how to increase security at home...

There is no denying it, home invasions are unfortunately on the rise in South Africa and home invaders are one of the scariest types of criminals we are facing. One of the biggest home invasion safety mistakes is thinking that it could never happen to us and not...

If you are looking to increase home security for minimal costs, then you’ve definitely come to the right place. Improving your home security against opportunistic threats will dramatically give you more peace of mind. However, making these changes doesn’t have to cost...

According to the South African Police Service crime stats, there were about 20,000 burglaries with aggravating circumstances in 2015 in the Western Cape alone. Those are frightening home invasion statistics that are expected to rise in 2016. Knowing what to do in a...

They say the best home invasion prevention is planning and education so we collected these 5 home security tips to help you reduce the risk of home invasions. Home invasions in South Africa are unfortunately on the rise, leaving a lot of us feeling vulnerable and...

Renovating and worried about security?  We have some tips for you!  Remodelling or renovating your home is stressful enough without the added anxiety of home security. Whether the job is big or small, renovating exposes your home to extra security threats, and trying...

We all know that securing the home is paramount, but safety protocols can sometimes be a costly business. However, increasing your home security doesn’t have to cost a fortune or require installation experts. Whether you are a DIY guru or a novice, we’ve put together...

Whether you've just spent the most amazing week at your holiday home or you’re the proud owner of a brand new vacation property to rent out, safety and security are always a concern. Because holiday homes spend a lot of the time unoccupied, security checks are vitally...

You have an alarm company, you have latched the doors and joined the neighbourhood watch, but is your home as safe and secure as it could be? Here are 10 things you never knew about home security for added peace of mind.   1. Safes are not always safe. We can all...

A study by Professor Zinn* makes interesting and useful reading in terms of the way South African criminals set about planning and executing a domestic burglary. Prof. Zinn interviewed 30 convicted and incarcerated criminals with a series of 116 structured and...