According to a report by the employer to the insurance companies, UNESPA in Spain about 425,000 thefts recorded in homes each year and one in four of them occurs in Madrid and Barcelona.
These estimates suggest that every minute a robbery occurs in a Spanish home. The frequency of attacks is higher on holidays and especially in those areas where there is a large population. Therefore, from police authorities, institutions and consumer associations recommended caution because of the summer holidays.
To avoid as much as possible back home will find it "clean" we recommend:
· No public comment on how long it will remain closed housing.
· Minimize the outward signs of leaving home. To do this it is best to ask someone to pick up the mail and leave a contact number in case an emergency occurs. If you want to be more cautious, ideally that person of trust between now and then to open the windows, change the position of the blinds or turn on the lights. You can also go to the electronic option, placing a programmable clock on and off light and radio at different times.
· Strengthen security doors and check that all possible entrances to the house are perfectly closed, including windows courtyards. On the lower floors, it is advisable to install bars on all the windows and terraces.
· Do not leave jewelry or other valuables in the house or cash.
· Do not ever save the checkbook with documents that are his signature. In an alleged theft the offender will have more difficulties to use if unknown signature.
· It is advisable to make an inventory of the stereo, television, video, etc. with your brand, type and number of manufacturing and even take photographs. Thus, in case of being stolen and selling circulation was difficult, facilitate the work of the police and may be returned to them if they recover.
· If the above recommendations do not provide sufficient tranquility, you can install an alarm connected to a security service.
