Is Your Gate Or Fence Providing You With A False Sense Of Security

While fences or tree-lined gates can go a long way in improving your privacy, your gate or fence may not be doing much to improve security. While your gate or fence may make you feel more secure, it may only be a false sense of security, here’s why.
 
Many Gates And Fences Are Decorative
 
Decorative gates and fences are an ideal way to create a perimeter in your front or back yard. This could be to separate your yard from your surrounding neighbours or to create a safe place for your kids and pets to play, without worry of them running out into traffic. While there are many safety and privacy benefits of decorative gates and fences, they do little to improve security.
 
Wooden Fences Are Easy To Breech
 
Even if the fence is tall, most wooden fences are easy to breech. You can improve the security of your wooden fencing by adding a diagonal brace or reinforcing the fencing from the inside out. Ultimately, any wooden fence could be sawed off, either by hand or with an electric saw.
 
Most Fences Can Be Climbed
 
Most fences can easily be climbed by climbing on top of a ladder or anything that provides extra height. You can make any fence more difficult to climb by adding spikes, barbed wire, or other climb deterrents. 
 
Many Gates And Fences Are Not Locked
 
If you have a gate or fence for security, you must not forget to keep it locked. Many home and business owners keep the gate or fence unlocked, because it is more convenient. Locking your gate only when you leave alerts potential burglars to your schedules and habits or confirms when you are home. For ease and convenience, many home and business owners have a Toronto locksmith add a keypad lock, so it is easy to enter and exit. 
 
Managing Access To Security Systems
 
If locks, key codes, or other security features are in use, it is imperative to track and manage who has access to each entry and exit. Landscapers or pool technicians do not require access to the interior of your home or business, but may need their own code or set of keys. This means their key should only provide access to the exterior locks. However, a cleaning or interior maintenance contractor may need access to both the exterior and interior locks. Keep an updated list of everyone who has access to all areas of your property.
 
Contact a local locksmith to discuss the lock installation services and a fencing expert to discuss your options in security perimeters.