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15/02/2019

In this week's free guide, we take a look at the question of whether a home security system can help lower the cost of your home insurance. We also look at additional ways to reduce your premiums with ways to protect your home from the risk of fire, burglary and other common reasons for insurance claims.

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Does having a home alarm system cut the cost of your home insurance? We find out what kinds of benefits to your insurance a security system can have.

08/02/2019

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06/02/2019

What did the domestic burglary rates do in England and Wales in the latest set of statistics published by the ONS? Find out in our quick summary to latest crime figures.

Get the latest crime figures from the Office for National Statistics on domestic burglary for England and Wales (January 2019).

05/02/2019

At the present time the technology to automatically dial the police using devices like Amazon Echo or Google Home Hub is not available and the only secure emergency response is via certified security monitoring stations.

Connect 4 Security is an approved supplier and installer of monitored home security systems that can provide emergency police response.

In the event of alarm activation, a signal is automatically sent to our monitoring station identifying whether police or fire presence is required. Upon receipt, the police will be notified under a Level 1 response service. In addition, your monitored security station will also alert your key holders who are required to attend the property to await the arrival of the emergency services. They should be able to attend an event within 20 minutes and wait until the police service are on site.

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29/01/2019

Following the latest weather forecasts for snow and with continued freezing temperatures, we thought we'd share this advice from the police about making sure your windscreens are fully defrosted and clear before you take to the roads.

Just like most security advice, it seems obvious when you think about it but sometimes busy lives get in the way.

In the same way that running late for work can cause you to forget to lock the front door, close the bathroom window or not set the alarm, driving with an iced up window can have serious consequences.

Why not set your alarm a little earlier for tomorrow morning so you can leave for work with confidence.

Please take care if you are driving on Wiltshire's roads this morning - it is still incredibly icy in a lot of areas and we've already attended 10 collisions across the county this morning due to these conditions. Take care, ensure your windscreens - both front and back, side windows, and lights, are all defrosted before you set off, and leave extra time for your journey

28/01/2019

Did you know that you can report non-emergency crimes online with the West Midlands Police (and other constabularies)?

WMP Online has live chat advisers available seven days a week from 8.00am to midnight.

28/01/2019

The BBC reports on the latest figures released on those cars most at risk of keyless car theft.

Remember to keep your key fobs safe by using a signal blocker pouch/Faraday bag. These can be purchased for under £10 on sites like Amazon. Even keeping your key fob inside the fridge can help prevent hackers from duplicating your signal.

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Consumer group Which? found the Ford Fiesta, VW Golf, Nissan Qashqai and Ford Focus were all at risk.

25/01/2019

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23/01/2019

Do you know what to do in the event of a home burglary? Should you contact your home insurance company before of after you call a glazier or locksmith? What is the importance of reporting an attempted break-in?

Find out in our full guide to what to do if you become the victim of a home burglary.

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Find out what to do in the event of a home burglary with out step-by-step guide for homeowners who become the victim of a break-in.

22/01/2019

This news report from North Wales where criminals posed as water board officials in order to gain entry to a domestic premises highlights the need for homeowners to:

- use chains on doors before opening them to unexpected callers.
- always ask for ID and validate this with the company whose name is being used before allowing anyone to enter their home.

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MEN reportedly posed as water board employees in order to gain entry into a property as part of a burglary attempt.