With summer just around the corner there are so many exciting things to look forward to, holiday plans, BBQ’s and warm nights sat in your favourite beer garden with friends.
Unsurprisingly, whilst you’re out and about having fun, home safety can take a back seat! Don’t let your summer be spoilt this year just because you got carried away in the heat of the moment. Take the necessary safety precautions and ensure you are covered with Swinton home and contents insurance.A window of opportunityTo our delight the summer months are fast approaching and the sun is finally beginning to emerge. There are few finer feelings than having the sun warm your skin on an otherwise chilly day. With the warmer temperature also comes the pleasure of being able to open the windows and let some well-deserved fresh air circulate around your home without the risk of catching frostbite! However it’s important to remember that open windows can present a golden opportunity for thieves. To avoid any unwanted attention, make sure your windows are locked whenever you’re out of the house..BBQ BurglarsWhen you think of a BBQ it’s usually the threat of an undercooked chicken thigh that springs to mind before burglars. Butit’s easy to wake up the morning after a patio party only to realise that you’veleft the backdoor unlocked andthe speakers and iPod that were blasting last night’s tunes on the garden bench. You don’t want to be the party pooper but making sure the last man (or woman) standing locks the door and brings in the valuables can take away any unnecessary headaches the morning after.Holiday HypeIt’s one of the most exciting yet stressful times of the year. Passport and ticket checks, getting to the airport on time and making sure you’ve packed everybody’s swimsuits can distract you from making sure all the windows and doors on your house are securely locked. You might not use your alarm any other time of the year, but before you leave for your holiday, make sure you take the time to set it and if possible alert your neighbours to the fact that you will be away, so that they can act as your ‘neighbourhood watch’.