Security gates stand as the first choice for business owners and home owners alike for protecting all vital assets; not only your material possessions — such as TVs and jewelry, or valuable products and equipment – but also your family, pets, employees, or yourself. Statistics show that burglars and trespassers are less likely to choose your business or home as a target if it possesses a security gate, as it not only creates a block between them and their target, but also creates the sense of uncertainty – if you have a security gate, what else can you have?
However, general security isn’t the only thing your security gate can offer you. Most think security gates are an expensive choice for safeguarding property, but when you consider the many other assets they offer, it’s clear you can get far more out of your security gates.
Here are five effective ways your security gates can offer you more than just general safety; they can in fact save you money, add visual appeal, and make your daily living better.
1. They Increase Property Value and Status
Saving money with a security gate is usually the last benefit people would assume, but the first investment can quickly make you money in the long run.
- Curb Appeal.
You may have noticed that more sophisticated neighborhoods often have homes brandishing elaborate and automated security gates. Many security gates come in a variety of styles and materials, from wood to iron and beyond, so they can match your particular style. Imagine how a gate with twisting iron vines and an elaborate monogram will look. By adding a security gate to your home, no matter where your home is located, it will add a sense of class to your entire property and make your curb appeal jump. Additionally, it boosts resell value as you are offering a decorative addition as well as a functional security measure to the next buyers.
For businesses, this same sense of class is applied, making your business look more respectable and competent.
For businesses, having a security gate can instill a sense of confidence and trust in your customers. The security gate shows that you value your product and have taken measures to ensure your business runs as efficiently as possible — having taken security into consideration. If you were to set two businesses side by side, the one with a security gate will far overshadow the second with professionalism, competence, and success.
2. They Offer Privacy
While it’s true security gates deter trespassers and vandals, they also deter less menacing individuals. This can simply be a surprise – or unwanted – visitor or a passing stranger who means no harm, but decided to take a look at your property. A security gate can prevent both these things.
- Blocks Outside View.
With such a variety of security gates, you can even choose one with closer bars or decorations, so it serves as nearly a solid wall, preventing others from looking in. This means that if you feel like having a full-body tan, or finally fulfilling your dream of dancing through the sprinklers in a speedo, you can do so without a sudden and embarrassing audience from the street.
- Deters Sudden Visitors
Perhaps you have an annoying neighbor who likes to drop in and ask for a cup of sugar — every day. Natural barriers deter the urge to “drop in,” as it would require effort and time – even a small amount of time – to get past the barrier; so if what they need from you isn’t that important, they may avoid the effort. Additionally, should a relative decide to stop by without calling while you’re enjoying Cheetos and Netflix, a security gate — requiring your consent to open — will allow you the much-needed delay to pull on a clean shirt.
3. They Create Peace of Mind
While it’s important to be safe, it’s just as important to feel safe. A security gate not only protects you, but instills the peace of mind that you are secure and out of danger. For residential use, you will no longer feel exposed and insecure as you sit home alone. For business use, customers will feel more confident since you have taken safety measures to ensure they are protected.
4. They Keep in Children and Pets
Security gates keep unwanted people out, but they also ensure your family and pets are kept safety within. This not only applies to unruly teenagers sneaking out into the night, but also to unsuspecting toddlers that wander into the street or even pets chasing birds down the block until they are lost. A security gate ensures you property and home is secure exactly when you need it, allowing you to get more out of them than simply deterring robbers.
5. They Require Little Maintenance.
One of the greatest and most effective benefits of a security gate is the little upkeep and effort they require to stay functional. If you were to buy a dog to protect your home, general upkeep as well as food, vet bills, and so on would cost money. If you were to hire a security guard to watch after your store, they would require wages and perhaps benefits. A security gate only requires routine cleaning with any household cleaning products, and the occasional lubrication of its gears to ensure it functions properly. You can be safe with only a few minutes of your time, and your gates can continue looking sharp.
You can get far more out of your security gate than simple security. Blocking intruders, preventing robberies, and deterring trespassers are crucial benefits, but you can also experience very effective advantages by choosing a security gate for your home or business. In these five ways, with the right gate, you can give your property style, attract customers, save money, and engage in an imaginary lightsaber duel in the front yard — guilt-free.
Are you looking to install rolling security gates for your business? Call us at 718-614-0616 or e-mail info@nygates.com for more information. You can also visit our page for rolling security gates located here.
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