Garden Owners are Urged To Lock Away Garden Furniture at Night
April 12th 2011 -
A leading insurance company has urged people in the UK to lock away their furniture at night because many thieves are now targeting home owners with expensive garden furniture. The firm conducted a survey which found that 23% of UK residents have been a victim of garden theft.
It is also worth considering locking away power tools and to keep the most valuable items in a secure location like a garden shed. Many home-owners are at risk from thieves taking expensive statues and water features. According to the company who conducted the survey, it is essential that people buy the right type of insurance in order to protect themselves against theft.
The recent warm weather in the UK means that more people are now going out in their garden to enjoy the UK sunshine. This warm weather has obviously convinced British people that they need to start working on their garden now so that it is in perfect condition for summer.
The news comes after a leading trade website found that 60% of people in the UK are planning on making improvements to their garden this year and are likely to buy garden furniture. Over 33% of those surveyed have said that they would like to make their outdoor space more appealing.