Shed Security Locking Bar

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The windows in a shed are a weak point. Firstly they allow a thief to see what's available inside! And secondly, if they like what they see, a thief can smash or punch through the window to gain access to the inside. However, you need to think carefully about the strengths and weaknesses of each option and choose according to your circumstances. The door hinge is one of the weakest points of your shed. Even if you have reinforced everything else and have a solid wood door, thieves could still remove the hinge’s screws and remove it to gain access. That’s because many hinges are attached by cheap, short screws that can be forced off with relative ease. Many sheds sit away in a corner of the yard, far from the house. This can make it all too easy for potential burglars to sneak around without being seen.

Information shown above has been supplied by the manufacturer, and is as accurate as possible (errors and omissions excepted), however they are intended only as a guide and sizes may vary slightly. Vulnerability: Run-down sheds with obvious patches of rotten wood, rusty metal, and loose boards provide little defense against thieves.Try to make your shed difficult to see from outside of your property – if a thief can’t be certain you even have a shed, they’re more likely to move on. If you’re worried about how secure your hinges are, you could replace any screws with through bolts and secure these on the inside of the shed door frame with a nut and washer. Clearly this isn't a way to make your shed more secure! But it's important. So I thought I'd throw it in at the end...

You could even consider painting your shed, so it blends in with the foliage in your garden at night. Most break-ins occur using a weak point in wooden sheds, whether that’s the door frame, the roof, an easily-smashed window, or, commonly, the shed door. If you notice any rotting wood or rusting metal on your shed, it is a good idea to get it fixed as soon as possible. Both options will obviously require a drill capable of going through metal and concrete. But it's actually pretty straightforward and there's plenty of online guidance. Wooden Garden Sheds And if your shed doesn’t need windows, you should think about boarding them up or even buying a new, windowless shed. Summer is prime time for shed raids, so now is the perfect time to assess if yours is secure enough.

If your shed does have an integrated floor you will need to drill through it to secure the ground anchor. Vulnerability: Uncovered windows allow passers-by to easily see what’s in your shed and when it’s unoccupied. Some plastic sheds are so light that the thieves could just carry the whole shed off along with everything that's inside it! It's the Law! An alarm is one of the most effective burglar deterrent. This wireless one by Sixty Two Trading is extra-loud (113 dB) to scare would-be burglars away. The bar is made from galvanised steel, which provides long term corrosion protection even in coastal areas. What we like about it:

You can set up the Yale SAA5015 freestanding or mount it on the shed wall. Mounting is the safest option. You can also add a wooden frame around it to prevent burglars from ripping it off the wall. What you obviously don't want to do is just fix the ground anchor to the 12 mm wooden planks or ply wood that make up the floor of your shed! It can just be ripped out. To make a thief’s job harder and prevent your belongings from being stolen, upgraded hinges are a must. Ensure you choose a tamper-proof option to make sure your doors remain strong and don’t provide thieves with an easy access point.If you do that, then you've probably already thwarted the casual thieves that make up 90% of the threat. A CCTV camera can help deter thieves from stealing anything out of your shed. You can put it up inside your shed or outside on a wall or fence so that you know what is going on at all times. These cameras aren’t overly expensive, either, and they are incredibly easy to install. Try putting one above your shed door or near where you keep important tools like your lawnmower or chainsaw. If someone tries to break into your shed while you’re not home, you might be able to catch them on tape and hold them accountable if they do steal something! 18. Consider Installing an Electronic Fence If the windows are glass you should consider replacing them with shatter-proof Styrene panes, or laminated glass. 8. Anchor the shed to the ground Prevention: Maintain newer sheds so they never deteriorate into sagging husks. This can protect the shed from break-ins and also prevent a leaky roof or rotten walls from damaging your tools.