Prevent theft on holiday, be too careful

Alternate traditional and modern action

Locks or doors last generation dual and triple layer armored steel accompanied by the most sophisticated alarm the thieves get away from our homes, especially during holiday months. It seems incredible, but in the XXI century, as we live and we took advantage of technological globalization to adapt to our daily needs, still has not found a foolproof system suitable for the thieves hang, like most citizens in these dates, poster closed for holidays. Far from achieving this objective, at this time of year the number of burglaries in houses increases: four out of ten take place during the months of June, July and August, and the most alarming fact is that every two minutes logs a crime of these features in a home. These are data that reveal how inadequate the measures taken by the Spanish inhabitants and that more than half, 55%, has installed a shielded or armored door, and 16% have an alarm.

As deterrents, installing alarms and electronic security systems has become a lucrative business that sees since 2000 growing at 30% annually. Only in Vizcaya, such as occurred last year a total of 4,184 robberies, one every two hours five minutes and 37 seconds, according to the report of the Spanish Union of Insurance and Reinsurance (UNESPA). These data demonstrate that all precautions are few to enjoy a break smoothly, hence it is recommended to alternate the more traditional security measures, such as keeping an empty mailbox, show clothes hanging on the balcony and keep the blinds halfway down, with more modern as the use of alarm systems connected to a central station (ARC). Everything depends on money you want or can invest in home security, and good or bad luck.

Doors and windows

Most people start their plan ensuring burglar door. Their prices are as varied as the levels of sophistication. There are three types of doors: the security, the cost can range from 350 euros to 700 euros; armored doors, which are sold from 600 euros; and armor, which cost between 900 and 1,300 euros. No less important than the access door to the apartment are the windows and the garage door.

When choosing a safety lock you have to look at the acronym A2P and stars that certify the effectiveness of the system

To avoid unpleasant visits should:

Install a reinforced door containing at least two locking points, and no gap between the door and the floor so will prevent thieves from prying.

In choosing the lock you have to look at the acronym A2P (security certificate) and stars (one to three). The more stars, the more effective the closure system.

To be effective, a lock must have multiple points of attachment to the door frame, at least three (in the top, bottom and side). The higher the number of anchors, the greater the resistance.

Always keep the garage door closed if the house leads directly to the parking lot.

A wooden window better resists attacks from those of PVC or aluminum, easier to deform.

A double-glazed glass with internal chamber, in which the outer sheet is laminated, it also offers a good degree of protection.

Put shutters on all windows and balconies and secure with an internal lock. The best choice is the self-locking shutters. They are in the market from 250 euros.

Protect windows with bars easily accessible from the outside. The spacing between the bars should not exceed 12 cm. For 200 euros you can protect a window.

When the theft has already occurred

What should we do if we come home to find the door or forced window?

The first is to make sure that this is a robbery and check if anything is missing. Then we call the police or 112 or 092, and explain what happened.

It is very important not to touch anything and wait for the arrival of the agents. If cards have been stolen, you must immediately cancel them. The complaint described the stolen objects and events in detail. State the name of the insurance company it will also be.

How should we act if we find ourselves inside the house, face to face with the thief?

You never have to face it. We seek to look at their physical traits or clothing, to provide some information to the police for identification.

If I hear that someone has broken into our house when we were in it?

In this case, the advice is similar to the above: confirm if someone has entered, and if so, call the police.

How can we claim insurance compensation?

After making sure that our policy includes theft, look for the last bill and notify the company within seven days. Some insurers differentiate between theft (if the force on the people and things is not used) and theft. Other excluded from coverage directly in theft was committed negligence by the user. It is customary limitations or exemptions for policyholders are included.