Welcome to Lancashire Caravans
| Caravan Security |
Caravan theft is a big problem in the UK, it is becoming very important 
that
your caravan is kept as secure as possible from thieves. Not only does
a secure caravan help give you peace of mind, some caravan insurance companies offer a discount on your premium if you have security on your caravan.
Click on the "Let's Keep Crime Down" button to go to the government website with more on caravan security and keeping crime down.
| Caravan Wheel Clamps |
A
caravan wheel clamp/lock is a simple to use device and can be fitted in
seconds without using the keys that are supplied, the keys are used
simply to unlock it. A wheel clamp can help 
deter the opportunist thief as they take time to remove and therefore increases the chances of them being caught in the act.
Wheel clamps are often required as a minimum form of security by caravan insurance companies, even if the caravan is stored in a secure compound. They should be used whenever the caravan is left unattended, whether on your drive or on a caravan site. It is worth checking whether your insurance company recommends any particular make of clamp.
When buying a wheel clamp for your caravan, the main point to remember is that the heavier and harder it is to get onto the wheels, the more difficult it will be for the thief to remove. Also be aware that you will have to manoeuvre your wheel clamp at holiday time, so make sure it is a practical choice, you don't want one that is so heavy you can't carry it on fit it over the wheel.
A new type of wheel lock on the market is the Bulldog Max Universal Wheel Clamp
BM50
Max security - Max Convenience
Universal one-size fitting on all new 2006- caravans equipped with a
factory-fitted receiver (introduced on most from circa August 2005).
Receivers may also be retro-fitted (not supplied with clamp) to many
older caravans to accept this universal high-security wheel clamp
- Fits alloy wheels
- One size fits all with factory-fitted receiver
- Easy to fit - no need for accurate wheel alignment or jacking
- Prevents wheel rotation and removal.
- Light weight - just 1.9kg
- Rubber backed disc prevents damage to wheel
- Approved lock
- Covers wheel nut
- Highly visible
- Complete with carrycase
| Caravan Hitch Locks |
Hitch locks are a great deterrent to the opportunist thief as they prevent caravans from being quickly coupled up to a vehicle and towed away.
It
may well be worth considering buying some corner steady locks as well.
These lock down the rear corner steadies of touring caravans -
preventing the front of the unit from being raised. As a result 
of this anti-lift device, thieves cannot hitch the caravan to their towing vehicle.
As with wheel clamps, insurance companies insist on them being a minimum level of caravan security in order to validate an insurance policy, and should be used whenever the caravan is not attached to your car, the more security you have on your caravan, the less chance you have of a thief taking it..
| Caravan Alarm Systems |
Caravan alarms have a reassuring quality about them that allow
owners to rest that bit easier. After all, thieves' nerves don't stand
up well to a high pitched shreak of a 110db. Some caravan insurance companies
offer a discount on the premiums, this is an added bonus for caravan
owners who install an approved caravan alarm system.
A good quality caravan alarm should offer the following:
- Protection of the contents inside the caravan with a PIR internal sensor
- Protection of the caravan while stationary through tilt/motion sensors
- Instant activation upon insertion of road lighting plug
- Remote control of alarm
- Panic alarm facility
- Remote sensors protecting caravan awnings
You can now get systems that will send a text to your mobile phone when the alarm in your caravan has been activated. for more information, visit the website of I S Products Ltd and look at their Wireless Caravan Text Alert
| Caravan Security Marking |
Most
modern caravans will come with a 17-digit VIN (vehicle identification
number) that is stamped onto the chassis, also, you will find the CRiS
registration number 
marked
on all the windows. Make sure your caravan has such a number and make
sure to keep a copy of the numbers somewhere safe as it may one day
mean the difference between getting your caravan back and never seeing
it again.
Additional precautions can be taken to safekeep your valuables and various caravan accessories. This can be done by simply using a UV marker to write your post code on them.
You can also have your postcode or CRiS number put on the roof of the caravan in large characters, this can be done by most sign writers for a small cost.
For further information about marking schemes contact your local crime prevention officer, they can be found at your local Police station.