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Kitchen appliances are becoming an attractive target for thieves. As domestic appliances have added features over the years, they have become more expensive and are seen as rich pickings. You hear of proud homeowners mentioning that they have an AEG dishwasher or Whirlpool cooker. Valuable status branded goods such as these have become far more interesting to house breaking villains!

To reduce the risk of theft, be sure that your home is protected by secure doors, windows and locking mechanisms. Don’t be careless, leaving doors open in summer etc. An alarm and a noisy dog are good deterrents. Record make and serial numbers of all appliances. Put your postcode on appliances and cabinets with an ‘invisible’ marker pen. The writing will show up under ultra violet light. Such pens may be bought from security shops and should come with stickers to place on doors and windows informing would-be intruders that your property is marked. This measure then becomes a deterrent.

If you kitchen is fitted correctly appliances will be securely built in to housing cabinets. Their removal will take time and discourage theft. Roller shuttered wall cabinets that extend down to the worktop can conceal small appliances such as toasters, kettles and microwave ovens. Finally, check that your insurance policy covers you for the full replacement value of all kitchen items.