When you work with a van to transport materials and tools, keeping your valuable equipment safe is essential. As you – and unfortunately – burglars know, the tools kept in vans can be very expensive, with specialist equipment that can be sold on, or the tools used for other criminal activities. That’s why we have created this article to explore some of the ways you can keep the valuable items in your van safe and secure.
At Theft Stop, we offer a wide range of vehicle security solutions. Our most popular options are our safe boxes, bear locks, and cargo locks which are ideal for protecting your belongings inside your van, motorhome, campervan, and car. Our team has been providing this service for many years, but if you’re looking for other ways to protect your belongings, we can help with that too!
The Importance of Protecting Your Belongings
Keeping your belongings safe should be a priority for more than just the monetary loss. There are many reasons how preventing a break-in can help you, your business, and your pocket in the long term, including:
Cost: The initial cost of having to repair damage and replace stolen property stings, but add to that the loss in revenue from being unable to work due to tools and equipment being stolen can have a huge impact on your finances.
Peace Of Mind: Once you have experienced a break-in at your vehicle, it can leave you feeling rattled and on edge, removing any previous peace of mind you may have had about leaving your vehicle unattended for long periods.
Sense of Safety: Burglars and thieves don’t necessarily stop when they encounter a vehicle that is still occupied. In fact – some may even get violent and threatening if intervention is prevented, which can cost a lot more than money or tools.
While protecting your assets should be a priority, it’s important to consider your safety too, so we’ve combined some of the simple but effective ways you can conceal and protect belongings within a work van. Keep reading below for more information:
Lock Windows and Doors
What is often the simplest solution can usually be the most effective – and while it may seem obvious, this task can be surprisingly easy to overlook. For example, if you’re transporting multiple supplies out of your van you may leave your door unlocked while going back and forth to avoid locking and unlocking your vehicle. However this can be the perfect time for a theft to happen – while you’re distracted with another task.
Hide Belongings Out of View
If you do have windows that overlook your work van interior – such as the cargo hold where you store items – we would recommend investing in something that covers these windows from the inside. You can stick on covers that tint your windows, or you can make sure that any valuable tools or equipment within your van is hidden away from prying eyes. Burglars are much less likely to take a risk if they can’t guarantee a result.
Lock Away Expensive Tools
Purchasing a safe box or an extra strong vehicle lock to protect your inventory can be an extremely effective solution. Individuals who burgle items from vehicles tend to be looking for a quick and easy opportunity, and adding an additional layer of security can slow down the process. This allows time for the vehicle owner to return or for police to arrive, so making the task of breaking in more difficult can go a long way towards a deterrent.
Get Creative
Protecting your belongings doesn’t always mean paying additional locks, or safes, very often we have worked closely with a wide range of contractors who have opted to pursue a more creative solution. For example, we have encountered van-owners who have custom made a cover to lay over tools that look just like the floor of their van, or another who used an image of the inside of his empty van over his window to trick burglars into thinking there’s nothing of worth inside.
For more information, get in touch with the experts at Theft Stop now!
If you would like to know more about concealing your valuables inside your work van, or to inquire about the vehicle security solutions we offer, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our expert team now! In addition to van security, we provide solutions for securing your campervan, motorhome, car, and more! Reach out to us today for assistance!
