You’ll want to make the most of your backyard if you own a property with one. It’s one of the characteristics people actively look for when purchasing or renting a property, yet having outdoor space is pointless if you don’t utilize it as often as you might. One of the reasons you may not want to spend much time outdoors is if you don’t feel comfortable and secure once you’re there. This is something you should think about if you have children or pets, but even if it’s just you that doesn’t like your yard and its lack of security, you should do something about it. You’ll be able to use it as much as possible and make the most of the space you have if you do. Continue reading to learn more about ways to make your backyard more secure.

Fencing

Installing a decent fence all the way around your backyard is one of the best methods to keep it safe and secure. There are several sorts of fence available, which means you can choose the material (or at least the type of wood), if it is recycled, how tall it is, how much it costs, and even what color it is (although of course, you can paint it once it is installed, so this might not be high on your list of priorities).

When you build a fence, you’ll want one that not only protects your property from anybody outside but also looks nice. The last thing you want is to put up a fence and have your yard seem like a jail. Even if it’s safe, you won’t want to go outdoors if the yard is unappealing to look at. Take your time while selecting the correct fence, and make any necessary repairs as quickly as possible.

Set Up A Security System

Perhaps you like being out in your yard during the day, but you’re concerned that others will get into it at night, either to steal from a garden office pod or shed or to attempt to break into your house. Installing a robust security system ensures that no one enters your yard – or your home – without your knowledge. A security system also serves as a strong deterrent, so even if an invader were planning on breaking into your house, they would probably reconsider once they knew you had a security system in place. 

The security system might include the following components:

• CCTV
• An alarm 
• Security lighting 
• Intruder-resistant fence 
• Planting prickly plants or pebbles near your fence

Keep It Clean

If a prospective thief notices your backyard is overgrown and weedy, they could interpret this as an indication that you don’t take care of your property. They’ll presume you have no security, that the locks on your windows and doors are ancient, or perhaps that you’re away from home. They’ll therefore consider your property as one they could try to break into. 

By keeping your lawn nicely mowed or installing artificial grass, and keeping your flower beds weed-free, you can demonstrate not only that you are home (and hence that your property is not the ideal one to burgle), but also that you care for and defend it. This should put a thief off.

Eradicate Poisonous Plants And Flowers 

In the same vein as weeding and keeping things neat – although for a different reason – it’s a good idea to remove any poisonous plants and flowers you might find in your backyard. Although adults and older children are typically wise enough not to consume unusual plants, a toddler or pet could find a sweet-smelling bloom appealing and put it in their mouths. This could have some serious results and might even be fatal in some cases. 

Many common plants and flowers will be harmful if consumed, even if they are OK to touch. If you have potentially hazardous plants growing in your yard, eradicate them and consider creating a kid-safe play garden instead.

Maintain Your Deck 

Many of us have wooden backyard decks. Although these might look great when you first install them, over time they will deteriorate, and it’s important to maintain them to keep them safe. If the wood is rotten or there are nails sticking up, this will clearly be dangerous for anyone wanting to walk along the deck. 

Check your deck for cracks or weak spots on a regular basis, and repair or replace as required. If you detect any boards or nails protruding from the ground, be sure to secure those as well. The last thing you want is anyone in your backyard to get an injury while walking on your deck.