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As with your home or any large purchase you
should always do everything within your power to secure your
“touring” caravan against thieves and opportunists.
When you arrive at a caravan park or site
try to get to know your neighbors and those around you. These
people will be your eyes and ears when you are not around.
Think about locking all your doors and windows every time
you are not near your caravan and keep all valuables out of
sight if you are unable to take them with you. Many touring
families draw the curtains or pull down the blinds when they
are out.
A wheel clamp or a hitch lock is a good idea
if you are planning on leaving your caravan for any amount
of time. As you will find, most insurance companies specify
that you should have this kind of security, so it is worth
investing in a good product.
A wheel clamp is a good deterrent because
even if someone has the means and the motivation to remove
one - they will certainly run a risk of being spotted while
attempting to break one open. They are not too expensive and
come in varying shapes and sizes that can be fitted to most
wheels.
A hitch lock is slightly less versatile as
it will be made specifically for your caravan model. However
they are also a good deterrent and can be used when hitched
or unhitched.
Your touring caravan may have some form of
identification number etched into the window. However, it
is a good idea to take an ultraviolet pen and mark your caravan
yourself with some identifying marks. If your caravan is stolen
it will be easily identified by police if pulled over.
It is now possible to get your caravan fitted
with a tracking system. Although this sounds far fetched and
they can be pricey, they are very effective and mean that
you may get your stolen caravan back extremely quickly.
There are a number of different tracking systems
on the market and although all offer tracking for fast recovery
of stolen caravans, some offer higher technology, whereby
they can pinpoint the vehicle and relay to the police and
even help you when you are in distress if you send them a
signal.
All caravans that are fitted with a form of
tracking device will benefit from insurance savings, so this
is something to be considered when purchasing one.
Don't forget an alarm, one of the easiest
and simplest deterrents but no good if not switched on!
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