Break-ins are one of the most common crimes committed so when it comes to protecting your belongings and your own safety you cannot be too careful. Security systems are expensive to buy, and some may not be effective if one simple thing is missing, that is good lighting.

Motion sensing lighting situated around the outside of a property can be a cheap and easy way to deter thieves. These lights will come on automatically if someone approaches the property alerting you and your neighbours to the fact that there is someone on your property. It acts as a deterrent to opportunists who may then leave your property alone. This lighting also means that CCTV cameras situated outside the property will give a better view of the intruder.

Interior motion-sensing lighting is an option that some householders choose and work in the same way as exterior lights. Special bulbs with sensors can be fitted into a normal light fitting in the entrance to the property and will illuminate if someone enters. Interior CCTV cameras will be able to capture video footage of the burglar which may be used as evidence should the thief be caught.

Lighting that can be programmed to come on and off at different times during the evening is a good way to deter burglars when the property is empty.