With this in mind 'National Home Security May Day', sponsored by Yale, is designed to raise awareness of home security and encourage consumers to think about securing their homes in time for summer.
Taking place on 4 May (spring bank holiday Monday), 'National Home Security May Day' will offer tips and advice on DIY projects to make homeowners feel more secure. Step-by-step advice and 'how to' guides on a range of Yale products, from Easy Fit Alarms to Smart Locks and CCTV systems, will be on offer to help homeowners improve their security in time for summer.
Generally, burglaries increase during the spring and summer months, as more people leave windows and doors open while they are out in the garden enjoying the sunshine. People also start bringing out valuables such as bicycles and lawn furniture, and leave them outside, which creates an increase in opportunities and temptation for would-be criminals. There is also a marked increase in burglaries during summer holidays, with larger numbers of people going on holiday leaving their houses empty, unsecure and unguarded.
Simple, low cost DIY security options can make a huge difference, and many 'smart security' products are a lot easier to fit than you might think. For more information on Home Security May Day visit www.homesecuritymonth.co.uk and for more information on Yale products and services please visit www.yale.co.uk.