While the Gold Coast is a relatively safe place to live, property crimes like theft and vandalism are prevalent. The Gold Coast is among the top five cities in Australia for break-ins, and fears about home security are very common. People want the best security solutions available to protect their homes and their families, and two of the most popular options are security screens and cameras.
While security cameras are useful and should be a part of your approach to home security, Goldco® Security Group recommends installing security screens first. With more than 35 years of experience in manufacturing and installing high-quality security screens, we have seen the difference that they make in securing your home and protecting your family. We provide first-rate screen solutions and professional service and advice on the Gold Coast and the Tweed Heads area in Northern NSW, installing the full range of Amplimesh® products, including SupaScreen®, IntrudaGuard® and PrivacyGuard® solutions.
Here is Goldco’s guide to the pros and cons of security screens versus. cameras, and why starting with screens gives you the edge in home security.
Pros and cons of security screens
Pros:
A physical barrier
Security screens provide a firm boundary at one of the most vulnerable entry points to your home, the front door. Strong and impenetrable, they keep out all kinds of intruders, from burglars to bugs.
Versatile protection
A security screen raises the safety standards in your home in several ways. It can prevent children and pets from wandering outside when left unsupervised and shield your home from flying debris in wild weather conditions.
Savings
A security screen allows light and fresh air to enter your home, which can save you money on lighting and air conditioning.
Cons:
Cost
A high-quality security screen is not cheap, but it is worthwhile to invest in the best for your family’s safety.
Expertise required
A security screen is not a DIY project. It requires a trained professional to properly install and maximise your safety strategy.
Pros and cons of security cameras
Pros:
A visual deterrent
Sometimes the presence of a security camera is sufficient to scare off opportunistic intruders looking for an easy target.
Evidence
Security cameras make it easy to collect footage that you can then hand over to law enforcement to help identify any perpetrators.
Remote monitoring
Many security cameras allow you to view footage and monitor live feeds from your smartphone or laptop, no matter how far away you are.
Cons:
No physical protection
Security cameras often do not prevent someone from committing a crime. Instead, they record the perpetrator in action and assist in identifying them. Your camera might not be able to detect break-ins in real time, and criminals may still be able to get around blind spots in your home.
Technical problems
Camera systems can fail, have technical issues or do not record sufficient quality images of the intruder to identify them.
Why you should start with security screens
While investing in both security screens and security cameras is essential to your home security strategy, here is why a strong, reliable screen should be your first priority:
Strong physical protection
Potential thieves often try your front door first. Screens provide an extra layer of sturdy physical protection that stops them sneaking in through one of your home’s most vulnerable entry points.
24/7 security
While cameras need to be powered by electricity and monitored, a security screen provides a 24/7 source of security that works even in power outages. Protect your home around the clock with minimal effort on your part.
Protection against the elements
A security screen has the additional benefits of protecting your home from pests, debris and other environmental factors. This is an excellent reason to invest in one, even though you hope to never have a break-in.
Goldco®’s security screen solutions
If you live in the Gold Coast or Tweed Heads regions, Goldco® Security can provide you with the perfect Australian-made security screens for your home or business.
We provide the exceptionally popular and reliable Amplimesh© range that has secured more than two million Australian homes over the past 55 years, including the popular SupaScreen®, IntrudaGuard® and PrivacyGuard® solutions. All our security screens come with an extensive warranty.
Using only fully trained Goldco® employees, rather than subcontractors, we take a dedicated, customer-focused approach that focuses on building you the strongest security solutions possible that meet your needs and budget. Our Amplimesh© security screens are not only made from first-rate technology that is up to four times as strong as some competitors, but they are also sleek and stylish to suit the look of your home.
It is worth buying the best to keep yourself safe on the Gold Coast and in Tweed Heads area. To find out more about Goldco® Security’s solutions, call us on 07 5572 2628 or get in touch online.