Holiday lights, fried turkeys and dried out Christmas trees can accidentally spark a house fire. No one wants to bring down this time of joy with a fire. Be aware of these holiday fire hazards as you celebrate this yer! Test Your Smoke Detectors When was the last time that you tested the smoke detectors...
Many “do it yourself” security camera systems like Nest and Ring got negative publicity in recent years because cameras were hacked. The companies took the heat even though the hack wasn’t with their system, but likely from a data breach. Keeping Systems Safe A number of widespread data breaches in recent years gave hackers access...
While wearing masks may be an annoyance for many, for some with ill-intent, hiding their face works in their favor. Criminals would have drawn unwanted attention to themselves with a face covering in the past, but these days, an exposed face is the shocking sight instead. In addition to allowing criminals to hide in plain...
Few of us still believe we live in a world where doors remain unlocked and bicycles can be safely propped against a tree in the front yard. With increased crimes of opportunity, we must be more diligent than ever. This includes moving away from the age old tradition of a hidden key somewhere on your...
Obviously you want only professionals to perform needed work at your home or business. There are many rules, codes and even laws about who can perform certain work, like electrical and plumbing. But when it comes to a camera system, does it really matter if the installer is a licensed security professional? In these times...
A home burglary will impact you and your family in many ways. A big hit to your pocketbook is one of the most obvious effects. But, lost productivity and emotional effects are also common for victims. It is important to understand the true cost of a home burglary. Stolen Property Your loss of property is...
Whether you are taking a long road trip or just on your daily commute, being on the road presents its own set of dangers. Staying safe on the road means more than just being a defensive driver and steering clear of road rage. Predators and car thieves are just waiting for the right opportunity to...
Recent online posts reveal people waking in the morning to discover thieves have rifled through their cars during the night and taken items. Not surprisingly, replies indicate others on the same street or nearby experienced the same thing on the same night! The common thread almost every time is that the car doors were left...
October 6 -12 is the National Fire Protection Association’s Fire Prevention Week. This week is a good time to test, clean and change the batteries on your smoke detectors and practice your family’s Emergency Escape Plan. If you don’t have an Emergency Escape Plan, now is a good time to put one in place. What...
According to writings from centuries ago, the expression Peeping Tom came from the man who broke the promise not to look when Lady Godiva rode naked through the town. In modern times, the name refers to someone caught spying on others. Typically, they are watching the person in their home or other private area. Also...
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