Investing in a new home is a big move with lots of factors to consider, including security. There are a number of reasons why security is important for new homeowners. One of the most important, outside of protecting your family, of course, is that it removes the stress of worrying if your investment is as safe as it can be. New homeowners often put a lot of time and effort into decorating and furnishing their homes, so it’s important to have a system in place that can help protect them from theft or damage.

Security can help provide peace of mind and make the homeowners feel safer in their homes. So, how do new homeowners approach the daunting task of securing their new houses?

Get friendly with your neighbours

One of the best ways to secure a new home is to get to know your neighbours. When you know who lives around you, you can keep an eye on one another’s homes and report any suspicious activity. If you see something that doesn’t seem right, don’t hesitate to reach out to your neighbours and let them know.

Install a security system

Installing a security system is an effective way to protect your home from damage or theft. A security system typically includes alarms, cameras, and other sensors that will help you keep an eye on your home at all times.

If you’re thinking about installing a security system, make sure that you research the different options available and find one that fits your needs and budget. Finally, be sure to keep your security system up-to-date and test it regularly to ensure that it’s working properly.

Lock doors and windows

It may seem obvious, but one of the simplest ways to keep your home secure is to lock your doors and windows when you’re not at home. The precautionary measure is a simple step that can make a big difference.

The same tip applies to the garage. Make sure that you lock the garage whenever you leave the home and avoid leaving tools or equipment out in the open.

Taking these simple precautions can help keep your home safe from theft or damage, but what happens when you’re busy moving or undergoing renovation?
If you’re looking for a safe and secure space to keep your belongings during a move or renovation, then our cost-effective self storage units in Bromsgrove and our self storage facility in Chipping Norton is a great solution. Choose from a variety of different unit sizes that are available to rent with a flexible lease, meaning that you only pay for the storage for as long as you need it. Call us at 01608 656 300 to find out more!

Simon Fothergill
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Simon Fothergill has more than 20 years of experience in the UK self storage industry and is Managing Director of Wigwam Storage. He writes practical, easy-to-follow advice to help customers make the most of self storage, whether they are moving house, decluttering, renovating, storing business stock or simply needing extra space. With a long background in self storage operations and customer service, Simon shares useful self storage tips, packing advice and storage solutions designed to make storage simple, flexible and stress-free.

Customer Reviews

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4.9
Excellent service from Wigwam Self Storage Lincoln. The staff were friendly, helpful and professional from start to finish. The storage unit was clean, secure and easy to access. Everything was explained clearly, and the whole process was quick and straightforward.

I would definitely recommend Wigwam Self Storage to anyone looking for a safe and reliable place to store their belongings. Great service!
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Paul Adams
7 days ago
Very clean space, app works really well. Plenty of trolleys available.
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Stephen Grey
1 week ago
I have dealt with both Selina and Sascha, in person and via email. The service each of them has provided has been excellent and makes me feel that I have made the right decision to use Wigwam's services.
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Colin C Harman
1 week ago
I have used the storage at Cheltenham for nearly two years now and have always been glad I made the change from a large facility in Kingsditch. I recall leaving a glowing review of Casey and his team when I first took on the unit. Just yesterday I left a less than complimentary review but have discovered my frustration at the time was due to misleading info I obtained over the Internet and nothing to do with Wigwam. So that review is withdrawn and I continue to recommend Wigwam as a convenient town centre facility, well run and utilising a high tech, easy to use entry system.
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Dom Hall
1 week ago
I can no longer recommend this storage facility after being a customer here for a few weeks. The lift to the second floor has been broken for some time, and this is a serious problem - the stairs are too narrow to get anything remotely large up to your unit, which makes storing bigger items essentially impossible. For me, that defeated the main purpose of renting a locker here.

On top of that, the dolly trolleys are meant to be returned to a designated point after use, but in practice no one does this, so you end up hunting for one. Most of the time they’re left in a separate building I don’t have access to, meaning I have to walk around 50m through corridors and up stairs carrying my belongings just to reach my unit. I reported this to reception and was told they’d return the trolleys to the proper point, but nothing has changed.

Parking is another issue - the boxing gym attached to the building also uses the car park, so it often feels crowded.

Only use this facility if you’re desperate. Otherwise, I’d look elsewhere.
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Steve Rooney
2 weeks ago
Good experience so far ! Staff Helpful and available if any issues ! Appreciate the discounted offered for 8 weeks, so took advantage of that ! wish it was longer !!!
Easy to navigate the site with easy access and facilities !
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Tony Watson
2 weeks ago
Fantastic idea to use an app to gain entry. Once set up it's so easy to use and saves faffing around with keys and security fobs. My first visit was a revelation and is a definite encouragement to keep going back.
Well done Wigwam!!
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Benjamin Currie
3 weeks ago
Got a small lock up for short term use - getting set up was quick and easy. Introductory offer is also great.
All the team we've dealt with at Wigwam have provided fantastic customer service with some lovely personal touches. Our storage unit and the surrounding site is clean, well maintained and good value for money. I would definitely recommend.
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Brian Stacey
3 weeks ago
Really friendly team, very helpful and good facilities. Would happily use Wigwam for short term storage again. Cheers!
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Laura Smith
3 weeks ago
Great storage facility, would highly recommend. The process of booking and accessing the unit was really straightforward and customer service has been excellent.
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Chris Sabin
4 weeks ago
Lovely helpful friendly staff
Transparent pricing
Very happy with the service.