The downside of such alarm systems is that it sounds only when the thief has managed to break in. The siren may encourage some thieves to run away empty-handed, but some may ignore it. Your shed should be a shelter that can withstand the elements, insects, thieves and kids alike, keeping your equipment dry and safe for many years to come, and that means one thing and one thing only – great build quality. Look for the following indicators of a solid shed:

But if you have expensive tools, a lawn mower, bikes and other valuable items, we recommend getting something more secure. The most secure option is to not have any windows at all, and use your door to provide light and air circulation for when you are working in your shed. It detects motion from as far as 12m, and produces a loud 100dB siren. To silence the alarm, you have to enter a 4-digit pin on the keypad.The stainless steel bolt has a 'throw' of over 2" which makes it excellent for use with board and batten doors, where tolerances might not be as high as internal environments. As with anything else, you get what you pay for when you buy a garden shed, so be prepared to pay a little extra for better materials and construction if you want your shed to last. the only way of removing the hardware from the outside of the door is by cutting it off. The bolts pass right through the door frame or the As well as having friendly neighbours, a good burglar deterrent is automatic lighting. The dream scenario for any burglar is to be unseen and hide in the shadows. Motion-detecting lights remove that possibility and alert you when there’s movement in the garden at night.

Both pad bolts and hasp and staple fixings are available in a range of qualities. The cheapest are of mild steel which can be cut with Food, whether canned or otherwise, should never be kept in a shed as it will attract rats. Any upholstered furniture or fabric is also at risk of both cold and damp damage, and moth damage. Paint and electronics can be harmed by high humidity, especially if stored near the floor. Don’t put it in a very secluded part of your garden, however, as this can make it easy for thieves to spend time in the shed removing all your equipment without being noticed.

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With all this, the place you choose for your sheds also plays a game-changing role. If you have got a shed right in front of the street it would just be like inviting the burglars, that’s why we recommend to get it far away from the street to intensify the protection. This wireless alarm is designed to be installed outdoors, close to where a burglar is likely to break in through. Installing it outdoors also ensures the siren carries far enough for you or your neighbours to hear. You can upgrade your shed door hinges with longer nuts and bolts or one way screws yourself in some cases. Solid door hinges – These are often the weak point in shed construction, so look for a shed that has a solidly framed door and one way screws that can’t be removed.