There’s something special about going on a holiday.
You’ve packed your bags, locked in your itinerary, organised your travel documents and finally have a chance to relax. Whether you’re cruising around Australia or heading overseas, a holiday is about enjoying the experience. It’s not worrying about what’s happening back home.
But before you close the front door and head off on your holiday, there’s one more thing worth checking: how secure is your home while you’re away?
For many homeowners, particularly those enjoying more frequent holidays and extended trips in retirement, having a visible security presence around the home can provide an important layer of peace of mind.
What happens when your home is empty?
A home can look noticeably different when nobody is there.
The car may be gone from the driveway. Lights may stay off at night. Curtains and blinds may remain in the same position for days.
You can’t completely prevent someone from noticing that a property is unoccupied. There are practical steps to make your home a less attractive target.
One of those steps is making your home’s security clearly visible.
Can visible security screens help deter burglars?
Security isn’t only about what happens when someone tries to force their way into your home.
The visible presence of security doors and window screens can also communicate that a property has additional protection in place.
Rather than presenting an easy-looking point of entry, a home fitted with security screens can make the security measures obvious from the outside.
For homeowners heading away on a holiday, this can be particularly reassuring. You know that while you’re enjoying your holiday, your doors and windows aren’t simply relying on a standard flyscreen or basic lock.
Prowler Proof security screens and doors are designed as complete security systems and are tested to Australian Standard AS 5039. The range includes security solutions for both doors and windows. This allows homeowners to create a more consistent approach across the home.
Don’t just secure the front door
It’s easy to think about home security in terms of the main entrance.
But your home has multiple potential access points.
Sliding doors, side doors and accessible windows can all form part of your home’s overall security.
That’s why a combination of security doors and window screens can make sense.
Prowler Proof offers security solutions for hinge and sliding doors, as well as fixed and hinge windows. This allows homeowners to consider security across the openings of the home, rather than treating the front door as the only priority.
And because the screens are custom manufactured and installed for the individual opening, they can become part of the home’s design rather than looking like an afterthought.
What should you do before heading off to your holiday?
A few simple preparations can help make your home look lived in while you’re enjoying your trip.
Consider asking a trusted neighbour to collect your mail, arrange for bins to be put out and brought back in, and keep an eye on the property.
You can also use timers or smart lighting to create some activity around the home. Make sure to avoid advertising your travel plans publicly, and keep doors and windows properly secured before you leave.
But these measures work best alongside physical security.
A timer can make a light turn on. A neighbour can collect the mail. But a quality security screen provides a physical barrier at the door or window itself.
Why upgrade your security before your next holiday?
If you’re planning a cruise or another extended holiday, it’s worth thinking about your home’s security before you start packing.
Upgrading your doors and windows isn’t just about the time you’re away. Quality security screens can provide protection and peace of mind throughout the year, including when you’re home.
Prowler Proof security screens are manufactured in Australia and use toughened welded corners, concealed fixing technology and security infills designed for different applications. The range also comes with a 10-year full replacement warranty.
That means you can enjoy your home before, during and after your holiday — with the reassurance that your security measures are always in place.
The key takeaway
Going away on a holiday or cruise should mean switching off from everyday worries — not checking your phone every night wondering whether your home is safe.
You can’t control everything that happens while you’re away, but you can control how well prepared your home is.
Visible security doors and window screens can form an important part of that preparation, providing a clear physical security measure across the areas of your home that need protection.
So before you book your transfer, pack your suitcase and head for the airport or dock, take a look around your home.
Are your doors and windows giving you the level of security and peace of mind you’d like while you’re away?
If not, it may be time to upgrade.
Upgrade your home security before your next holiday
Whether you’re planning a cruise, visiting family or simply spending more time travelling, Prowler Proof has security screen solutions for doors and windows throughout your home.
Get a free measure and quote from your local Prowler Proof dealer and enjoy your next holiday with greater peace of mind.