Home security solutions during renovations
There are several steps you can take to ensure the safety and security of your property during renovations.
Home security solutions during renovations
There are several steps you can take to ensure the safety and security of your property during renovations.
Firstly, you may be tempted to leave a key with your builder so that they can access the property in your absence; if you do so, be very aware that if anything happens to your home by way of damage or theft, your home insurance is very unlikely to be valid. If this is the most convenient way for you to handle your renovations, then be sure to contact your home insurance company to inform them – they may increase the premium you pay, or they may say that they will not cover you in those circumstances, but at least you will be clear about your protection.
Even if you are not planning to leave your builders unsupervised, you should contact your home insurance provider to let them know that renovations are taking place. They may raise your premiums and ask to see proof of your builder’s insurance cover, but at least you’ll know that your belongings and property will be covered in the case of fire or theft.
You may consider contacting a security company to monitor your home throughout the renovations with clear signage on your boarding outside. It will alert anyone attempting a break-in, that the property is being watched at all times throughout the day and night. We would also suggest that while the renovations are going on you should consider moving any valuables or expensive items into self-storage to keep them safe (and also protected from the elements) for the few weeks that your house is less than secure.
If you would like a quote for our Home Renovation/Rebuild Protection please call 020 3948 7071 or email us info@triangle-security.co.uk