WHAT do you keep in your garage? Power tools? Garden furniture? Bikes? Golf clubs? Domestic appliances? Fishing gear? Camping equipment? Maybe even a car! Add up the value and you may be flabbergasted. Check your garage security and you could be shocked.

"Garages are frequently used as a storage extension to the home providing potential thieves with a treasure-trove of tools, garden furniture and sports equipment. But many are fitted with only a basic level of security that can be breached in seconds - and some people don't even bother with that!" said Autolok sales director, Paul Lees.

Many garages also have direct access to the house, providing cover for thieves to break in to your home. With over 2,500 burglaries EVERY DAY, according to the 2002/3 British Crime Survey, and only around half of them covered by insurance, fitting additional security could be a small price to pay. One option is to fit an Autolok Stoppa, an easy-to-fit garage security device that is suitable for both metal up-and-over garage doors and the roller shutter variety and costs just £29.99.

Supplied with a free fitting kit for easy DIY installation, Stoppa's rigid security arm rotates at the turn of a key to secure firmly into its own base place, effectively bracing the garage door against external attack. The drill-resistant lock comes with its own weatherproof cap and has the added benefit of Autolok's unique key registration service to provide peace of mind in the event of a lost key. One Stoppa can be positioned centrally or, for maximum security, Autolok recommend an Autolok Stoppa to be fitted to each lower corner of the garage door. For nearest stockist contact Autolok on 0161 624 8171 to visit the Autolok website at http://www.autolok.co.uk.