Therefore, beyond looking for the right contractors and architects, it might also be wise to hire a trusted security company to secure your premises throughout the process. In addition to hiring a security firm, there are other measures that you could personally undertake. The following are some practical steps to ensure that your premises are safe during the revamping process.
1.Install cameras
If you already have contractors working on your property, you should be able to monitor them as they carry out their work. A surveillance system for your home is an ideal solution. Adding cameras will work to improve security in several ways. The first way is that you will have footage of the premises. Thus, you can review the surveillance tapes and see what happens on your property.
Additionally, installing surveillance cameras also acts as deterrence in itself. Knowing that cameras are documenting what goes on on the site will discourage potential burglaries from happening. There are different types of surveillance cameras, some more effective than others.
2.Evaluating your security system needs
Many homeowners begin their renovations, and only during the process do they wish they had consulted on security matters before they started. For instance, making changes such as changing windows and doors or cutting into your wall might interfere with your existing home security system.
Carrying out an assessment and looking at how your revamping will affect your alarm allows your contractors to work around the system without damaging it. This is especially vital if your system is hardwired because there are higher chances of your system being affected when cuts are made through the walls. Such alterations increase the risks of cutting through your security wiring.
- Ensuring your fire detection system is working well
Renovating your house might also include updating the smoke detection system throughout the property. Be sure to go to the relevant authorities to get proper instructions and permits for this process. In the application process, you will be required to explain the type of installation work you intend to do before being assessed and granted the papers. Following this process will ensure that your fire detection system is analyzed thoroughly after the completion of your renovation. It will also ensure that the installation is done according to the law.
It is advisable to go beyond the bare minimum and install extra smoke detectors on your property. Undertaking this extra step will undoubtedly work in your favor in the unfortunate event that a fire starts on the house. Adding additional alarms will also ensure that you are alerted faster, giving you more time to act, thus mitigating devastating losses.
Home renovations are serious projects, and your home is an investment. To uphold security against burglaries, fires and ensure your building's structural safety, following these three tips will be necessary and valuable.