Get your garden ready for spring with an outdoor security upgrade

So, with the warmer months on the horizon, it’s time to get out into the garden to give these green spaces the TLC they deserve. Whether it’s simply trimming back trees or a full garden renovation, now’s the perfect time to prep your garden for spring.

And although you may be focused on improving the look of your outdoor spaces, whilst you’re making updates to your home this spring, it’s worth prioritising your garden security too.

With an array of simple tasks you can do to boost the security of your garden, the home security experts at Yale have shared their top tips to prepare the outdoors for the new season ahead.

Step 1 - Spring into action to protect your garden

Gardens are a key focus for criminals looking to break into homes. Overgrown trees, unkept lawn and broken fence panels can easily signal to an opportunist that your garden security isn’t up to scratch.

And you’ll be pleased to know there are an array of easy, cost-effective ways to protect your outdoor space and prep it for the new season ahead - simply start with a good garden spring clean.

Start by taking a walk around your garden and accessing all the ‘weak spots’. Whether that’s a missing fence panel, overgrown hedge or a flimsy side gate, making these simple repairs or upgrades could help to stop any opportunists from choosing your home.

Investing in a sturdy padlock for any garden gates will make sure they’re protected against a range of attacks, ensuring no criminal can gain access to your outdoor space.

It’s also a great time to get out your garden tools and trim back any overhanging branches, overgrown hedges and removing any weeds that have grown over the winter months. This will make your garden look well maintained, giving out the message to any opportunists that you take looking after your home seriously.

The same can also be said for fencing, with broken or missing panels not only providing access to your garden, but also making it an easy target.

Step 2 - Let there be light

It’s no surprise that a criminal will avoid homes with security lighting. No one trying to break into a home will want to be caught red-handed, so they will very often steer clear of homes and gardens that have a visible spotlight installed.

Whilst there is an array of security lighting options available, you can upgrade a standard spotlight by opting for combined outdoor light and security camera, offering both light and camera recording functionality in one product.

A high-quality smart outdoor security camera with a built-in spotlight is a worthy investment, allowing you to check in on your garden at any time of the day or night with smartphone functionality.

Most high-quality smart CCTV kits also offer the benefit of motion detection to ensure you can always be ‘in the know’ surrounding what’s happening in your garden. With live viewing functionality, smart outdoor security cameras can give peace of mind that your home and garden are always safe - a worthy investment as we move into the spring.

Step 3 - Head to the shed

How many tools do you have stored in your shed? Do you keep your cycling equipment, garden furniture, lawnmower inside? All these expensive electronics and products are very often kept hidden away in your shed or outbuilding, so it’s essential that this is an area of focus for a spring garden security upgrade.

Firstly, a secure padlock is essential. Opting for a high-security design will ensure that your shed is secured with the highest level of protection available, protecting against a range of attack methods including cutting, pulling and twisting of the shackle.

Although outdoor security cameras and CCTV are another great option for keeping an eye on your shed, you could also opt for a specially designed Shed & Garage Alarm, which can detect motion and sound out a loud siren to startle any opportunists looking to break into your shed.

Step 4 - Sound the alarm

A smart alarm is a perfect investment for a spring home security upgrade. But it can also help you to protect your garden and outdoor spaces when you opt for a high-quality product from a trusted brand.

The benefits of a smart alarm mean you can easily be in control of your home and garden security, with smartphone notifications meaning you will always be in the know over the security of your property.

And to make sure your smart alarm can protect your outdoor space, you’ll need to ensure that your chosen product has a considerable range, which will cover the entirety of your garden. If so, you can arm and disarm your alarm from anywhere at any time, to ensure your property is covered from your doorstep to your fencing. Most high-quality designs have motion detection functionality, triggering the alarm if movement is detected within the radius and notifying you immediately via your smartphone.

With a range of home and garden security products available, now’s the perfect time to get out into the great outdoors and upgrade your outdoor spaces ready for the new spring season ahead.