[Adam Fearnley]

Hi, wondering how many of you keep your porty outside on a job or wheather you bring it inside.  Does anyone know of any machines that have been stolen from outside whilst being used??

[from edge2edge]

Adam  anyone trying to steal a portable while it is being used would be barmy.How would they have time to grab it/unplug it and get it into a van and away before the guy at the other end got to them.Regards Alan(swindon)

[robert meldrum]

Don't think it's an issue, but if you feel an area is insecure take it inside or walk !

I DID however have a machine stolen from my van about ten years ago plus a load of customised tools.

My own fault.......................forgot to lock the van !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[gwrightson]

perhaps a good idea would be to employ somebody to stand by the machine whilst working

seriouly, i doubt any body could get away with it whilst working.

Geoff

[clinton]

Wouldnt think either someone would try to steal it when working

Think we all have to be aware mind you who is around at most times...

[Karl Wildey]

Adam,
chill man, or move to a different neighbourhood,
You stand more chance of the portable catching fire, setting fire to the house and burning you and your clients inside, and then you won't get paid for the job.

[Doctor Carpet (Ret'd)]

I would have thought the greater risk would be somebody trying to access the house you are working in and steal something from inside the house  from the householder because the front door has to be open to allow cables/hoses inside.

[Ricky M]

paranoia a foot
who been on the wacky backy ?

[Adam Fearnley]

Ha i know its abit paranoid, just seeing if it had occurred.  The guy who sold me my machine said always take it in with you, but tbh it's alot of hassle isn't it.  I guess if someone was really clued up and carried out a millitary opperation they could maybe get it

[robert meldrum]

Roger's point is very valid and one that's nagged me over the years but so far it's never happened ! Hope I'm not tempting fate