To answer that question we first need to look at what a 'home' is, and what that looks like to you.  For some people a home is a house boat or a static caravan, temporary movable structures that aren't connected to the grid and come with their own special security requirements, from secure locking doors and windows to an alternative power source to power heating and lighting - and security.  For others, a home is a room in a shared property with shared amenities and communal spaces. No less risky but equally, the space needs an 'alternative perspective' to secure their home. You can secure ..read more

With the rise in professionals working from home, becoming self-employed or freelance, there is an increased interest in creating a home work environment, something that is completely separate from the home. But how can you make sure this is kept secure?  The 'Lite Pod' Office by Pod Space When it comes to buying a garden office they can be big money, you want to look for something that not only fits your budget but the dimensions of the space you have in your garden. You might be looking at a bespoke garden room created by a local carpenter or perhaps you have set your heart on a gard ..read more

To answer that question we first need to look at what a 'home' is, and what that looks like to you.  For some people a home is a house boat or a static caravan, temporary movable structures that aren't connected to the grid and come with their own special security requirements, from secure locking doors and windows to an alternative power source to power heating and lighting - and security.  For others, a home is a room in a shared property with shared amenities and communal spaces. No less risky but equally, the space needs an 'alternative perspective' to secure their home. You can secure ..read more

With the rise in professionals working from home, becoming self-employed or freelance, there is an increased interest in creating a home work environment, something that is completely separate from the home. But how can you make sure this is kept secure?  The 'Lite Pod' Office by Pod Space When it comes to buying a garden office they can be big money, you want to look for something that not only fits your budget but the dimensions of the space you have in your garden. You might be looking at a bespoke garden room created by a local carpenter or perhaps you have set your heart on a gard ..read more

Electric gates are a great investment to increase your home security, our team of professional electric gate installers in Oxfordshire have provided you with a quick over-view of things you should consider before you take the plunge in electric gates.  What style electric gates work with your property? First things first, you need to ascertain whether your driveway needs an electric sliding gate or a swing gate.  Dependent on the gradient of your driveway you may struggle to integrate a swing gate due to the functionality required. There will need to be a clear distance for the ..read more

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In a rapidly expanding and innovating world we want things to be simpler and faster, this includes how we pay for items. RFID which stands for Radio-frequency identification is commonly found in the form of a chip in all manner of contactless payment systems, it’s also not just found in our bank cards, but our passports, driving licences, implanted into livestock and pets and many more items. Contactless cards along with other identification items use the RFID feature in a signal tag that is easily picked up by an electronic reader making transactions quick and easy.  In modern society ..read more

Through history there have been some pretty prolific burglars, stealing everything from jewellery, art, cars and recently mobile phones out of people's hands on the streets. Hollywood movies writers love a classic robbery to bring to life The Heroes v Villains story, my favourites are Jason Statham's 'The Bank Job' (2008), stealing from a bank vault to secure the images of Princess Margaret from the hands of a blackmailer and Michael Mann's 'Public Enemies' (2009), set in the 1930's to take down the notorious American gangster John Dillinger that evaded FBI agent Melvin Purvis.   But w ..read more

What does it take to secure the UK’s most affluent home estates? Providing the ultimate security system for royalty, political leaders, A-list celebrities and large, privately owned estates is a fascinating business and one which draws on specialised expertise from all areas of the security and lifestyle management services. It takes our breath away when we arrive at one of the stunning UK estates, sometimes steeped in historical importance and new contemporary luxury homes. Protecting rare car collections, pool houses, art galleries, spas, luxury goods, fine jewellery, family he ..read more

When designing your brand new home it’s important to consider any security systems you may need so they can be incorporated in the design stage of your new home build. When you think of home security, you don’t need to think like MI5 or the FBI. Instead, follow these 5 simple security rules to create a beautiful home that has the perfect balance of design, privacy and security. We want to help you create a new home that is a welcoming place for family and an unappealing option for intruders. Follow our 5 simple security rules when constructing your perfect home: ​ 1 Securing your perime ..read more