What to do when you’ve had a break-in

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What to do when you've had a break in.

Under the stress and shock of having your family home broken into, you simply do not know what to do next...... 24HourGlass offer a 10 Step Guide to help you through this difficult time.

10 Step Guide

After a break-in...

  1. Don't panic
  2. Don't take risks - never enter your house after a break in unless you are positive it is safe and any intruder has left. Find help - perhaps a neighbour can take you in.
  3. Call the Police Immediately - Never use your home phone, this may destroy any evidence the police may need ( i.e. finger prints )
  4. Try not to touch anything - leave everything as you found it.
  5. Board-up broken windows and doors - you need to make your home safe.
    Call 24HourGlass
    we can help.
  6. Change the locks - or fit your home with extra locks. Your home may now be an easy target. Call 24HourGlass we can help.
  7. Make a list - of what has been stolen, you may need to give this to the police.
  8. Make two copies - of your burglary list. One for you. One for your insurance company.
  9. Call your insurance company - you must report your burglary so that you can make a claim.
  10. Prevent another break-in - you may wish to fit stronger or more locks or any other security systems.

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