If we have followed the pandemic figures, and government statistics – being a hot topic – a little closer than we normally would follow statistics it has given us the opportunity to gain a little insight into how statistics work. We may have found that more often than not, statistics per se can be subject to great debates if we are only looking at the numbers without the bigger picture. As straightforward as they may sound, they are often subject to different interpretations. For example one of the most debated points during the pandemic was how we class & how we count covid deaths? Also how do we count pre existing conditions into a death scenario?

In the same vein, crime rates can show a slightly distorted picture from what happens in reality, depending on how a certain incident is classed? For example if someone breaks in to a home, they take the car keys and drive off, it is most likely will be classed as vehicle theft, rather than burglary. Or another example if someone breaks into a home, and the owner confronts them, someone gets hurt. Most likely this incident will be classed as violent crime. Yet from a home owner’s perspective, in both cases – very importantly – someone has entered their home in the first place. This way burglary crime rates may be on the rise in uncertain times like these, but because some of them are classed into different categories they might not provide an accurate pictures of exactly how many homes have been broken into.

We also know that our industry is very much a reactive market, meaning that home and business owners often only take preventative measures once an incident occurs. This can however be prevented of course – regardless of what crime rates are showing – if the question of security is regularly revisited and action is taken way before anything happens.

Window security grilles and door security grilles do provide an ultimate answer to most security concerns, as they not only act as a visual deterrent for intruders, and prevent even the thought of picking a home with security grilles on, but they also serve as a physical barrier that will make any burglars job very complicated. Our retracting window security grilles are so discreet, they are hardly noticeable when drawn back. Yet they are made of durable aluminium, that is rustproof and made to measure so they are perfectly fitted onto each window and door. We are always of the opinion that prevention is better if possible, rather than a late action, or reaction and suffering unnecessary losses.

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Darker and Longer Nights

Although, dark nights are always considered a threat, it is that time of the year when the darkness sets in early already, and yet the dark hours are still increasing by 3 minutes every day, giving more opportunity for unwanted visitors to move around, plan under the radar, and take their chance when least expected. We do not believe in scaremongering, but being prudent, and well informed of the potential risks and threats is always the first step in preventing any unnecessary loss and damage. Our security grilles have been attack tested in an independent test facility, so they not only tend to deter any attempt of burglary in the first place, once an intruder sees them in place, but is also a robust system, that makes burglars job very very difficult, should they decide to still try their luck. We do not compromise on home and commercial security.

Family Visits and Christmas Breaks

Whilst most people are looking forward to their well deserved holidays, and precious times with their families, intruders look at these times very differently. It is no secret that the festive season is all about going away, creating memories, and letting our guards down. Even this year – depending on the latest government guidelines for Christmas – some family homes, and certainly many businesses are likely to be left unattended for shorter or longer periods of time. So whilst the year 2020 has brought many exemptions from our usual routines, this year should be no exception from vigorous safety considerations, when leaving homes and businesses behind.

Economic Uncertainty

Amongst the many negative consequences of this pandemic, one important and tragic outcome is the financial uncertainty, that is brought on by layoffs, loss of opportunities, bankruptcies, and struggling industries. Such times, often see an increase in burglaries inevitably. It is therefore ever more important to keep our valuables safe and unattractive against potential threats.

Manufacturing Still Continues – Security Grilles made in Coventry

On a more positive side, we were delighted that the latest government guidelines allowed, and encouraged UK manufacturing to continue, which we have done, industriously. These times not only allow families and businesses to refurbish their spaces, but it also seems an ever more relevant time to reconsider their security arrangements.

We have been a UK manufacturer of security grilles for over 25 years and have stood for the ultimate safety and prevention during this time. It is however these times that we are not only grateful for that we are still in business, but also for that we do what we do.

Our friendly customer services team are still currently taking new bookings, and answering any questions. Get in touch with us for a free estimate, and see whether it is the right time to upgrade to our discreet and aesthetic security grilles.

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