The festive season is upon us and excitement is in the air.<\/p>\n
One important job to put on the to do list, is to check your security and make sure all is in order.<\/p>
\u201cCriminals are gearing up for their busiest time of the year. Make checking your security system a priority, so Santa is the only surprise visitor you get this year,\u201d said Theunis Kotze, ADT inland region general manager.<\/p>\n
He highly recommends doing a pre-holiday alarm check, to make sure the system is working.<\/p>
\u201cIf you pick up any issues, book a technician now to come and check. It\u2019s best not to wait until you are locking up the house to head off on holiday, to do a check. At that point, it may be difficult to get a technician straight away. Also, consider asking your security company to do a risk assessment of your property and make recommendations. There’s a lot of value in having an expert eye advise you, on where you may need to tighten up your security,\u201d added Kotze.<\/p>\n
He also highlights the importance of making sure your security company can access your property, in the event of an alarm activation or emergency.<\/p>\n
\u201cOn many occasions we’ve been called out to a property and when we get there, the residents are away on holiday, can’t be reached and there’s no way to enter the premises. A lock box is a great way to ensure your property can be inspected and kept secure, while you’re away,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Kotze provides these handy tips to consider, prior to leaving for your holiday:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cThe festive season should be a time of relaxation. Get your security in order now, so you can enjoy a hassle-free break,\u201d said Kotze.<\/p>\n\n