More Topics | Twitter | RSS Security Lighting is a proven deterrent to intruders and vandals who wish to avoid any risk of being seen; therefore it can provide you peace of mind and a real sense of security in the home.

Experts issue safety warning as research reveals over 60 per cent of locksmiths currently working in the UK are unlicensed.

Homeowners should ensure their possessions are adequately insured to avoid losing out on money in the event of a burglary or other claim. This is the view of RIAS home insurance, which surveyed householders in its Golden Age study.

Choosing a company to install an intruder alarm for your home can be a daunting proposition, particularly as most householders do not often have to deal with providers of this type of service.

Statistics show that 2/3rds of housebreakers gain entry or remove goods via the doors - so it’s important to ensure that the highest quality door locks you can afford protect your home.

A grandmother who found an intruder tucking in to her chest freezer managed to trap the thief, despite suffering from ill-health. Eileen Burke, 59 years-old, has arthritic knees and poor vision resulting from glaucoma.

Police were finally able to pin down a burglar - who may have committed almost 100 crimes - because of a button he stole. Keiran Graham was arrested after burgling a house in Cheltenham.

Susan Boyle is said to have discovered an intruder inside her home in Scotland. The internet star who appeared on Britain’s Got Talent last year found the intruder as she returned home from London.

Research shows that building design affects whether or not criminals decide to commit a crime. Criminals are more concerned with the risk of being caught than by the rewards they might gain if they commit a crime.

Homeowners who have large funds and want to make their houses as secure as possible may consider investing in high-end home protection systems. This is the view of Marilyn Lewis, writing for MSN Money.

For homeowners who want to make sure their property is as secure as it possibly can be, expertclick.com has compiled a list of the top five steps to take.