Tips for securing your Motorhome

By: Ross Hinton
Submitted: 2009-08-24 13:01:01
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Security may not be on the top of the list when you’re looking to purchase or spend some money on a motorhome, however you may want to consider the following. Not only added security bring you some peace of mind, it may end up saving you money on your insurance premium. Here are our tips for securing your motorhome.

When your motorhome is not in use and where you store your motorhome can greatly increase or decrease the chances of it being vandalized or stolen. At Sureterm Direct we advise our customers that the best place to store a motorhome is inside a locked building or a or CaSSOA (Caravan Storage Site Owners Association) site. If this is not possible then secure your motorhome behind locked gates or off the main roads, preferably out of sight from passer bys and under surveillance coverage. Also, consider fitting a device that would prevent someone from driving your vehicle away, such as a locking drive post or wheel lock.

Alarms can deter would-be-thieves and depending on your budget alarm systems can range from the relatively inexpensive DIY fitted devices to Thatcham approved devices. Thatcham approved devices use a motion sensor technology and have been through rigorous testing to ensure their effectiveness for preventing theft of motorhomes and their contents. The value of your motorhome can also determine the category of Thatcham alarm insurers will require you to fit. A Thatcham category 1 approved alarm will normally reward you with a discount off your premium. As a Sureterm Direct customer you can benefit from discounted security systems through our monthly newsletter.

Immobilisers, like alarms can be Thatcham approved devices fitted to your motorhome which will stop the vehicle starting without a key. Typically immobilisers are already fitted as standard, but if you are unsure check with your manufacturer specification as this will tell you if the immobiliser is Thatcham approved.

Fitting a tracking device to your motorhome can not only act as a deterrent but can help in the recovery, should your motorhome be stolen. Should you choose a proactive tracking device you can benefit from a 24-hour monitoring centre that are able to alert you when your motorhome is moved. The Police can then track your motorhome and recover it before any major damage can be done.

Other common sense security proceedures apply to your motorhome – remove all valuables and ensure to leave nothing of value on show. Make sure you do not keep your registration documents in the vehicle and when leaving the motorhome close all windows and shut and lock all the doors. Keep the keys for your motorhome in a safe place in your home and again, keep them out of sight.

If you’re looking to insure your Motorhome, call Sureterm Direct free on 0800 999 2030 for a fantastic quote. Sureterm Direct will be able to advise you on ways to increase security measures for your motorhome which should bring down the cost of your insurance premium. Sureterm Direct are specialists for Motorhome insurance.

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