Whether you’re just out for the night or you’re away on a 2-week vacation, you could be leaving your home in a vulnerable position. If an opportunistic thief realizes that the house is empty, they’ll see it as an easy target. So, when you leave your house unoccupied, it’s a good idea to at least Read more about Giving the Appearance Someone Is at Home[…]
When you go on vacation, we hope you’ve got your home security system (burglar alarm, security cameras, etc.) set up and your neighbors notified to keep your home secure while you’re away. But what about your own security while you’re away? There are always going to be safety and security risks when you’re visiting a Read more about Staying Safe on Vacation[…]
Online shopping is so convenient and can help you save money on your purchases. But what if you’re not home to collect the package when it’s delivered? Is it really safe sitting on your front porch? Statistics from 2019 show that 16% of online shoppers across a 6-month period didn’t receive a delivery because it Read more about Security Tips for Home Deliveries[…]
An effective way to keep yourself, your home, and your family safe is to work towards making your neighborhood a safer place. Together with your neighbors, this is something that you can achieve. Here are some of the simple ways you can help to prevent crime in your neighborhood. Secure your house Burglars are less Read more about How to Prevent Crime in Your Neighborhood[…]
Home security is getting smarter and smarter. There are devices that let you lock your doors remotely, see who’s at your door from anywhere, and have Alexa arm your home alarm. These technologies add not only security, but also convenience to your everyday life. Let’s look at some of the best smart devices that you Read more about The Best Smart Devices to Protect Your Home[…]
Are you looking for a new way to boost your home security? Then a video doorbell could be the best solution for you. Great for security whether you’re in or out of the house, let’s look at what video doorbells are and some of the benefits of installing one in your home. What does a Read more about The Homeowners Guide to Video Doorbells[…]
You don’t have to live in a high-crime area to want to protect your home with the latest home security equipment. There are lots of compelling reasons to install security cameras and other security equipment in your home. But now it comes to actually buying and installing those cameras. If you’re stuck at this point, Read more about A Guide to Installing Home Security Cameras[…]
Are you chatty with your neighbors? Get to know them over the garden fence or pop round with the latest neighborhood gossip? Some people are close to their neighbors, while others mostly keep to themselves. Whichever of these describes you, it’s a good idea to get to know your neighbors at least on a basic Read more about Why it Helps to Get to Know Your Neighbors[…]
Halloween is around the corner, and it’s a fun and spooky time for all ages! But you don’t want any real frights, so it’s important to take some precautions around Halloween and especially on the night itself. Whether you’re trick-or-treating, going to a Halloween party, or staying in to greet trick-or-treaters, you should try to Read more about Staying Safe on Halloween[…]
Certain components of a home security system are designed to detect movement in or around your home when the alarm is activated. This is a great way to warn off intruders or be alerted when there’s someone in your home. With professional security monitoring, it can even alert the authorities when someone is detected. But Read more about How to Make Your Home Security System Pet-Friendly[…]