There are many ways that homeowners protect their homes but which safety precautions actually work? To get behind the perspective of a criminal, we interviewed 25 former burglars with help from Unlock – a charity that supports those with criminal convictions rebuilding their lives. We managed to get their opinions on which are the best methods theft deterrents to protect your home and which aren’t effective at preventing theft. It disproves common security misconceptions and the recommendations will hopefully make your homes safer.