Can You Get a Discount on Home Insurance if You Have a Security System? Mar 10, 2021 One of the biggest deterrents for burglars is a home security system that could record evidence of their actions or could notify the authorities at the time of a break-in. This is a huge motivator for homeowners when deciding whether they should invest in a home security system. But did you know that having a security system could ultimately save you money by reducing the cost of your home insurance? read more
Tips to Prevent Your Security System from Being Hacked Dec 10, 2020 DIY security systems can leave your home as a potential target for hackers or thieves. When you are investing in a security system, you are hoping for peace of mind and you are trusting this technology with your safety and property. read more
Where Should Security Cameras be Installed in a Business? Dec 09, 2020 When you walk into a gas station, it’s safe to assume that your actions and the actions of the employees are being monitored. Any business seeks to maintain the safety of its employees, customers, and property at any time and a commercial security system is the most common way to do so. read more
How to Keep the Grinch from Stealing Your Christmas Nov 25, 2020 As the holiday season has arrived, burglars are on the lookout for empty houses full of valuable gifts. Unlike the Grinch, holiday robbers don't often have a heart that grows three sizes, making it more important than ever to safeguard your home and your loved ones. read more
The Cost of Alarm Monitoring vs. the Cost of a Break-In Dec 30, 2019 Property crime in the United States is costly. According to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program, property crimes in 2018 resulted in an estimated $16.4 billion of losses. read more
The Only SimpliSafe Review You Need to Read Dec 20, 2019 The challenge with any DIY home security system, in our opinion, comes down to the customer experience. read more
Elements of a Business Security System Oct 29, 2019 A business security system needs to protect people, property, and assets from theft, crime, and fire, both when the business is open or closed. read more
Why Cheaper Isn't Better When It Comes to Security Oct 24, 2019 The definition of a professional is a person who is engaged in a specified activity as one’s main paid occupation rather than as a pastime. DIY means do it yourself, with no direct help from an expert. read more
What are the Different Kinds of Security Video Storage? Sep 26, 2019 How much storage does a security camera have? It’s a seemingly simple question, with a surprisingly complicated answer. read more
Security Cameras Are Not Created Equal Sep 09, 2019 Cameras are one of the most critical components in your security arsenal, and not all security cameras are the same. Consider these differences. read more
What Do Villages Require to Add a Security System? Jul 12, 2019 Every village adopts its own building codes to establish minimum requirements for the safety and well-being of the property owner, occupants, and the general public. read more
Best Security Setup for Small Business Jun 25, 2019 While no two small businesses are alike, there are commonalities they share when it comes to what they want in a security system. read more
Advantages of Having an Alarm System May 22, 2019 There are a lot of advantages to having an alarm system. For starters, the National Council for Home Safety and Security says that homes without an alarm system are three times as likely to get burglarized. read more
How to Deter Burglars Dec 19, 2018 While owning a home security system automatically decreases your chances of being burglarized, there are many common mistakes and oversights that can compromise its reliability. Here are the most important safety precautions you can take in conjunction with your security system to ensure your home is safe from thieves. read more
Holiday Security Tips Dec 05, 2018 It's a beautiful time of the year, but the holidays come with some inherent risks that you should prepare for amidst all the gift buying, cooking, and decorating. Here are some of our top holiday safety tips to keep your home and loved ones safe over the season. read more
8 Home Security Tips Aug 10, 2018 With more than 45 years of experience in the home and business security industry, here are our top eight tips for discouraging intruders and burglars from targeting your home. read more
What to Do if Someone Breaks into Your House Jun 28, 2018 We have put together a list of what to do if someone breaks into your house and hopefully help make things easier in the unfortunate case that you fall victim to property crimes. read more
Theft Prevention Tips for Businesses May 21, 2018 Theft, unfortunately, can take a wide variety of forms. Theft in a retail business might include the loss of physical property from shoplifting or can come in the form of embezzlement. read more
7 Tips For Small Business Security Apr 25, 2018 We hope it never happens to you, but workplace crime is something that all business owners should be prepared to encounter. Luckily, there are many simple, proactive steps you can take if you own or run a small business to promote worker safety and prevent workplace crime. read more
5 Reasons Why You Need a Home Security System Mar 05, 2018 A home security system protects your home and the ones you love. While there are many reasons you may need to invest in a home security system, we have highlighted some key ones. read more