Have you ever woken up in the middle of the night, worried about your house’s safety? It’s not a pleasant feeling, but unfortunately, it’s pretty common. The best way to prevent theft is by using outdoor security measures to scare off intruders before they even make it to the front or back door!
In this article, we’ll go through some of our best tips and tricks to help you protect your patios and outdoor areas from intruders.
1. Security Lights
First on our list is one of the most accessible for homeowners when looking for outdoor security options. Installing security lights can be as simple as a trip to Bunnings. Your main options will be either solar-powered security lights or fixed wired-in sensor lights. Both are great options and don’t take long to install. Once everything is set up, these are great for scarring off would-be robbers.
2. Protective Plants
Next on our list is another simple but underrated option: plants. A bit of landscaping and gardening adds value to your home and provides extra outdoor and patio security protection. Protective plants like our prickly friends, the cactus, can deter and funnel intruders along paths where your patio cameras or motion lights are. Other thief-repelling plants include hedges, holly, bamboo and other dense or spiny varieties. If you’re interested, a trip to your local markets is a great place to get a bargain on plants and can help support your community.
3. Fences
Adding a good fence goes a long way when it comes to keeping invaders out! People are less likely to steal what they can’t see. Having a secure fence can help improve your outdoor and patio security by making it more difficult for thieves to scout out your home for potential goods to steal.
4. Security Cameras
If you already have these first three options, security cameras are the next step in your outdoor and patio security journey. Bunning’s cheapest camera starts at $47, which makes it an accessible price for most people. They also offer fake cameras starting at just $13.95, which can be used in tandem with real cameras to make it seem like you have a higher level of security to deter potential thieves.
5. Add a Security Gate
Have you considered building a security gate if you already have a carport? If your carport was built beside your home, this could be an additional measure of security to consider. Installing a gate is cheaper than building a full garage. This solution could help to protect you from vehicle theft by making it more difficult for intruders to get your car in and out.
6. Build a Carport in Clear Sight of Home
If you’re considering getting a carport built, it’s recommended that you construct it in clear sight of your home. This makes it easier to spot an intruder before they steal anything while also being able to keep a close eye on your vehicle.
7. Make Sure the Door From Your Patio to Your Home is Secure
This may seem like an unusual one, but not all doors are made the same. Having a flimsy door with basic locks can make your home an easy target to break into. Any entry that leads into your house, especially from your patio and outdoor areas, should be strong with quality locks. If you want to add another patio security measure, fit it out with an alarm system. That way, if anyone gets in after a certain time, you’ll know about it.
We hope these tips have helped you to improve your outdoor and patio security. Here at SEQ Patio Group we build quality Patios, Carports, and Pergolas from a massive range of colours and designs. We also offer HSBC interest-free finance options, so you can have the house of your dreams now rather than later.
