How to Keep Your Home Secure During Load Shedding

Load shedding in South Africa doesn’t just leave you in the dark — it can leave your home vulnerable to break-ins and crime. At Alectra Solutions, we understand the risks and offer professional solutions to keep your property safe and secure during power outages.

Why Load Shedding Increases Crime Risk

Criminals Take Advantage of the Darkness

When your electric fence, alarm system, or CCTV goes down, criminals know. Darkness and inactivity give them cover to break into properties with less risk of being seen or caught.

Power-Dependent Security Fails Without Backup

If your gate motor doesn’t open during an emergency, or your alarm resets when the power returns, your home is already compromised.

Top 5 Ways to Stay Protected

1. Install a Battery-Backed Electric Fence Energizer

An electric fence is only as good as its power source. Invest in a backup-ready energizer like the Nemtek or DTS range sold at Alectra Solutions.

Pro Tip: Always check that your energizer batteries are fully charged and replaced when worn out.

2. Use Long-Life Alarm Batteries

Your alarm system should stay active during outages. We stock reliable 12V alarm batteries that can keep your system running for hours — even through Stage 6 load shedding.

3. Switch to Solar Gate Motors

Your gate is the first barrier to your home. Our solar-compatible gate motors ensure that your property stays accessible to you — and only you — even when the lights go out.

4. Install CCTV with Battery or Solar Backup

Recording doesn't have to stop during load shedding. Choose a CCTV system with UPS or solar backup to ensure 24/7 surveillance.

Bonus: Modern systems can alert you on your phone if there's suspicious activity.

5. Get Wireless Remotes & Auto-Locking Systems

Eliminate the risk of manual gate operation. We stock long-range remotes and smart-locking systems that stay functional during outages and add extra convenience.

Why Choose Alectra Solutions

• ✅ Expert product advice

• ✅ Premium brands in stock

• ✅ Fast installation & support

• ✅ Serving Pretoria and surrounds with trusted security products

Stay One Step Ahead

Load shedding might be out of your hands — but your security isn't. With the right solutions from Alectra, you can stay in control, protect your home, and keep your family safe at all times.

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