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How to Test Your Alarm System
Testing your alarm system should happen on a consistent basis. If you are unsure when and how to test security alarm systems, follow these necessary steps to check the system regularly, especially after someone has been in your home or building and after...
Is a Home Security System Necessary?
Protecting your house and its contents is vital to your daily life as a homeowner. Installing a home security system can give you peace of mind even when you're away from home. Whether you decide on a simple alarm system or a series of smart cameras, you can customize...
How to Disguise Your Security Cameras
According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), 62.8% of all burglaries target residential properties. Of those, 55.7% involve forcible entry. The average burglary costs the homeowner $2,661 — that's $3 billion in property losses across the United States...
Top Questions to Ask Your Home Security Company Before Buying a System
With over 1 million burglaries occurring in the United States each year, securing your home is more crucial than ever. A security system is the best way to safeguard your household from intruders, who are three times more likely to target residences without one....
What You Need to Know About Home Security in a Rental Property
Depending on where you live, installing a security system on the properties you own can be an absolute necessity. When you install the cameras properly and follow local guidelines, you'll have a secure space that makes your renters feel better about the area they're...
How to Secure Your New Home
Congratulations on purchasing your new home! Being a homeowner is a major step in anyone's life and it comes with many benefits. However, when moving into a new home, it’s important to remember not only the delights of being a new homeowner but also the dangers that...
How to Prevent Your Pipes From Freezing
It's common for pipes to freeze when the weather gets cold. If frozen pipes burst, the results can be disastrous for your home or business. Pipes that burst will pour water into your property, causing severe damage. Prevention is the best method to ensure you avoid...
Monitored vs. Unmonitored Security Systems
Are you thinking of upgrading the security at your home or business? While a security system is a popular and effective solution, choosing between a monitored or unmonitored system can make all the difference in how much protection you have. The Differences Between...
What Are Smart Locks?
Your door lock is one of the most important security features of your home or business. While the same designs have been around for centuries, we live in the modern world. Security has changed and people are more connected than ever before. Smart door locks provide...
How to Prevent and Handle Employee Theft
Employee theft is a disappointing and costly reality for small businesses and major corporations alike. People sometimes steal and their reasons can vary. For some, it's compulsive. Others don't think it matters if they take something without paying. Some people are...
What Happens to Your Security System When the Power Goes Out?
A common concern of those with security systems is what happens to a security system when the power goes out and how will it affect them if there's no power. Power outages are a fact of life, whether from planned maintenance or issues arising from storms and downed...
Home Security Tips for Seniors
Home is where we store our memories, from the height marks penciled on the walls to the scuffs on the floor from misadventures. We feel safest at home, which is why burglaries can be so jarring. Home security is important to protect both our possessions and our...