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You’ve signed the last of the paperwork, and your new home is officially yours!

For first time buyers, the act of owning your own home can be an exciting one and while it certainly comes with its rewards, it’s important to remember that your new home needs to be adequately protected, as do you and whoever will be living in it with you.

To make sure that you address all the security aspects of home ownership, we’ve compiled a list of 8 security essentials that every home should have:

1. Smoke detectors

While you might think (and will almost certainly hope) that your home will never be affected by a fire, sadly, you just can’t be sure of that. What you can be sure of, however, is giving your home and everyone in it, the best chance of staying safe and well in the event of a fire, by installing smoke detectors at appropriate locations throughout your home.

• Home security system

With so many affordable options for home security systems on the market today, there’s no excuse for not using one to keep your new home safe. To discover more about what systems are available, chat to a local security specialist who can talk you through your choices.

• Robust, high security locks

Unless you’re the first person to own your home, you may never know exactly who has got keys to your property, so one of the first things you should do before moving into your new home, is call up a residential locksmith and have them replace the locks. While they’re doing so, they might suggest some lock upgrades, in which case you can take advantage of their expertise and have them upgrade any locks as necessary.

• A high security safe

A good safe is an investment you’ll never regret, and it really is the only way to have complete peace of mind that items of value are protected from theft at all times. To know more about which safe might best suit your needs, and how and where to install it in your home, talk to a local safe specialist who can give you the most up-to-date advice and guidance.

• Fire extinguisher

These devices have the potential to save lives when used in conjunction with a smoke detector, and as with a safe, they are a purchase you will never regret having made.

• Security cameras

These are a fantastic deterrent for criminals, and in the event that someone should intrude onto, or into your property, you’ll have all the evidence you need to help local law enforcement apprehend the offender(s).

• Smart doorbell

These relatively new devices are growing in popularity, and if they’re Wi-Fi enabled, you can remotely see when important packages are delivered, when the kids get back from school, and spot anyone doing anything they shouldn’t be, on your doorstep!

• Flashlight

You might assume that every homeowner owns at least one flashlight, but the reality is very different!

Your new home is absolutely worth protecting, so make sure you can tick off all (or most) of the points above, and hopefully you’ll be safe and sound in your home for many years to come.