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Tommy T-Leaf Loves

Tommy T-Leaf Loves

dislikesExpensive garden items irrespective of size and weight (see Garden Inventory)

dislikesEasy access and exit for large / heavy items and his / her vehicle


Tommy T-Leaf Hates

Tommy T-Leaf Hates

likesMonitored CCTV systems

likesProperty marking and warning signs thereof

likesPhysically secured items

likesGravel paths and steps (difficult to manoeuvre heavy objects)


Useful Information

Garden Inventory
When did you last check the value of your garden?
Gardien can help you! - click here for details

Insurance
Are you sure you have the best garden insurance available?
key information that you should be aware of: click here

Crimestoppers
If you have any information about garden crime, call anonymously to:
0800 555 111

Garden Secuirty Advice

Get some garden security advice on the following topics:


Garden Insurance
Gates & Access
Outdoor Items
Planting Protection
Sheds & Outbuildings Security
Stolen Property Retrieval
Walls & Fences Security

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secure your valuables

SELECTA DNA Home Kit 50 SELECTA DNA Home Kit 50  Special offer price
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A DNA Forensic Property Marking kit for your home.
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SelectaDNA Grease 50ml SelectaDNA Grease 50ml  Reduced from £135.00 - VAT included
£120.00
Selecta DNA Grease is used to uniquely identify materials which are at risk of theft
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Selectamark Stencil Kit 50 stencils Selectamark Stencil Kit 50 stencils  Special offer 10% off RRP
£50.25
Mark and protect 50 valuable items, both quickly and easily. Deters would-be thieves , and aids property recovery.
'Selectamark Stencil Kit 50 stencils'

GardiGardien recommends

  • You should never underestimate the capability of the professional thief - size and weight are not necessarily deterrents!
  • Do not automatically assume that workers wearing day-glow donkey jackets are on official business. The greater the value of your garden contents, the greater the risk that Tommy T-Leaf will take. Be vigilant. If in doubt call the Police or notify Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111 
  • Make sure that your property never looks uninhabited. If neighbours are on holiday, be vigilant on their behalf.
  • To safeguard expensive garden items it is even more important that consideration is given to the overall recommendations outlined in:
    Walls & Fences walls and fences security
    Gates & Access gates and access security
  • Try to ensure that valuable items are not easily visible to the casual passer-by
  • Wherever possible, use a fixing technique to secure valuable items. These can vary depending upon the item and the location. For example:-
    a) Permanent Items, such as Troughs, Birdbaths, Sundials Statuary etc. should be fixed on a solid base using a strong adhesive, such as epoxy patching mortar – available at most builders merchants.

    b) Moveable items, such as Benches, Barbecues, Garden Furniture
    etc should (when not in use), be chained to permanent ground anchors.
  • Asset Tags which may be suitable for protecting certain items, especially when the tags can be installed unobtrusively.
  • Consider installing a Garden Security CCTV system to secure your valuable garden items - it is a real deterrent, and will capture any individuals trespassing near your garden antiques.