CCTV installation is becoming increasingly popular for both homeowners and business owners as people are becoming more and more aware of the positive impact it can have on both their homes and premises. Having installed CCTV systems throughout London, Hertfordshire and the south east for many years and for many satisfied customers, we thought we would give you our top five benefits of CCTV installation! Top five benefits of CCTV installation 1. Deter criminals Obviously, the main reason one would choose to have CCTV installed is to prevent crime in the property and to deter would-be criminals ..read more

When people think of Henry Gates Security Services, they usually associate us with being one of the most trusted and reliable house alarm companies in the region. As much as this is true, home alarm systems is not all we do. Take a look at just a few of the other services we we offer to our customers throughout London and the south east:   Our security services Alarm System Maintenance – having your alarm system serviced each year will ensure that it is working correctly, and it could also be a condition of your home insurance. Find out more about maintaining your alarm with Henry Gates ..read more

Whatever property we live in and wherever it is situated, we are always going to question whether or not it will be a target for burglars. As the team at Henry Gates Seurity Services always stress, a home alarm system and CCTV installation will assist in deterring thieves from attempting to enter your property. But how can you tell which property and thief will target? UIA Mutual (insurance for trade union members) has recently published figures from the Office of National Statistics that stated between July 2015 and June 2016, 398 406 burglaries were recorded in England. Don’t let your proper ..read more

Thieves have a number of ways in which they prey on their potential victims – secure your home with CCTV installation from Henry Gates Security Systems to ensure you don’t become their next one! With the rise of social media apps and the ease in which we can update them through our mobile phones, we are giving thieves a perfect opportunity to know our whereabouts and when we are not in our homes. Did you know a massive 78% of burglars use social media to case their potential victims? You can avoid being one of their victims by declining the “check in” when you are away from your home – whether ..read more

The team at Henry Gates Security Services are committed to securing your home and keeping your family and your valuables safe and want to warn Hertfordshire’s residents of the Nottingham Knockers. Unfortunately, we are aware that the notorious Nottingham Knockers – known criminals who knock on doors claiming to be on a rehabilitation scheme and selling unsuspecting residents with cleaning goods at highly inflated prices and whilst also gathering information for future crimes – are operating in the St. Albans and Hertfordshire area. When you answer your door, they may also gather information on ..read more

Residents in Potters Bar were have been shocked to discover that thieves were able to break into four houses in one day in the town in Hertfordshire. Giving four families a disappointing start to the festive season, thieves were able to get a head start on their own Christmas ‘shopping’ when they ran off with items such as a gold Citizen Eco-Drive watch, a Michael Kors watch, jewellery and cash. The break-ins took place between 8:30am and 6:10pm in four different streets on thursday 30th November in Potters Bar, and the group even attempted a fifth break in, but they were challenged and ran of ..read more

It’s that time of year already and whether you like it or not, Christmas is fast approaching! Why not take a look at what Hertfordshire has to offer with regards to the many Christmas light switch ons taking place throughout the county? Christmas lights in Herts – where will you go? Welwyn Garden City – Thursday 16th November, 3pm – 6:30pm. Street food market, reindeer, fun fair, giant snow globe. Hatfield – Saturday 18th November, 2pm – 5:30pm. Face painting, food, arts & crafts, stalls, stage performances and fun fair. Hemel Hempstead – Monday 20th November, 12noon – 5:30pm. Climbi ..read more

With so much to remember each and every day, from the shopping list, to the laundry, after school activites, paying the bills etc, our own home security can sometimes take a backseat as everything else dominates our lives. Due to this, we thought you would like to take a look at the National Home Security Month Checklist:     We also have our own top five tips to keep you home secure and your family safe. The post National Home Security Month Checklist appeared first on Henry Gates Security services ..read more

As well as being a colourful Autumnal month with an evening of spooky goings-on for Halloween, October is also National Home Security Month so we thought we would remind you of the top five ways that you can protect your home, family and business: National Home Security Month top tips! CCTV – a great way of deterring thieves, CCTV is a watchful eye 24/7 for your property. Who would attempt to break into your home if their every move is being captured on camera? With CCTV systems to suit every property and budget, Henry Gates Security Systems can ensure your home is well protected and burglars ..read more

The changes in technology mean things are becoming much simpler and quicker to do – remember the days when you used to have to sign something when you made a purchase with your credit or debit cards? Those days were long forgotten when “chip and pin” came out, but even that looks like it is being replaced – tapping your card on a screen when you spend under £30 is such a quick and convenient way to pay…but is it safe? Unfortunately, with every new technology, there will always be someone who tries to get something from it for themselves, and this new technology is no exception. Believe it or n ..read more