The security of your home should never be taken lightly and regardless of how safe the area of Kent you live; the chances are you won’t take too many risks. For instance, locking your doors and windows when leaving the property is likely to be standard. But how much attention do you pay to the security of your front and back garden?

Consider this; deterrent is prevention. With that said, why spend thousands of pounds on a security camera network when intruders could simply cover up? Instead, securing your garden is a lot to do with common sense.

Take a look at our top tips for bettering the security of your Kent home. Remember, if you have any questions on the security of your garden, the Millhouse team will be more than happy to help.

1. Address your borders

In back gardens particularly, the fencing is your first line of defence. With strong fences and gates surrounding your property’s perimeter, you’ve more chance of keeping out unwanted visitors. For your back garden, opt for walls, fences and hedges of at least 1.8m (6ft).

If there’s public access from the other side, 2m is advised. For the front of your home, keep to 1.2m as a maximum to ensure your property can be seen by neighbours and passers by.

2. Choose anti-climb paint

It’s all well and good having a strong border to your home, but this won’t dissuade the more unscrupulous of intruders. Anti-climb paint is a handy deterrent and you can pick some up from your local DIY store.

It can be used on walls, fencing, drainpipes and roofs to deter people from climbing. Make sure to label clearly that anti-climb paint has been used though, to ensure someone innocent doesn’t end up covered from head-to-toe.

3. Tidy up the tools

Having a messy garden isn’t just unsightly, but gives opportunists the perfect tools for which to break into your home. Hammers and other DIY tools can be used for breaking windows and snapping locks, whilst a ladder could access upper levels of your property.

On this note, it’s also worth a reminder to lock up your garden shed and garage securely. Halifax suggest the average garden is worth nearly £2,000 and from barbecues and lawnmowers to bikes and tools, there’s plenty for thieves to get their hands on for a quick win.

4. Let there be light

Garden lighting is one of the most important features to install at home and acts as a clear deterrent at both the front and back of the property. Remember, intruders won’t want the whole world to see what they’re up to!

With a whole lighting range to choose from, you’ll be able to find options that are not only brilliant for security, but look fantastic too. Whether they’re triggered by movement or come on automatically between dusk and dawn, at Millhouse we’ll be able to help you find the perfect solution.

For more information on garden lighting and the various options at your disposal, get in touch today. Call now on 01732 590130 or 01634 261010 to have a chat with the team.