crimes on your street

7 Tips to Shut Down Crimes of Opportunity on Your Street

Recent posts on neighborhood communication tools like NextDoor and Facebook reveal people waking in the morning to discover thieves have rifled through their cars during the night and taken items. Replies to these posts indicate others on the same street or nearby experienced the same thing on the same night! The common thread almost every...

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New Pet? Here Are 6 Ways to Secure Pet Doors

Pet doors are convenient for letting cats and dogs come and go as they please into your home, but they do come with risks if they are unsecured. Just recently, a burglar in Salt Lake City entered a couple’s home through the doggie door while they were sleeping. Once inside, he found the keys to...

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5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Security System

Statistics show homes with a security system are up to three times less likely to be burglarized, attesting to the power of professional security. But not all systems are made equal, and there are a few things to consider when choosing one. 1. Is it Monitored? A monitored security system will give you peace of...

solicitors

Knock, Knock, Who’s There?

Spring has sprung. Flowers are blooming, birds are chirping and fraudulent solicitors are rousing themselves from their winter hibernation. They may appear well-dressed and credible, though an unsavory motive lies behind the smile. Here are tips to avoid getting scammed by solicitors. 1. Ask for Identification Don’t be afraid to ask for identification. Some states require...

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Safety Tips While Selling Your Home

You can easily overlook safety while trying to sell your home. You probably have a million things on your mind, and typically, safety is not omnipresent. It can also be stressful and harried. Not only are you trying to get the best possible offer, but you may be dealing with time constraints and the stress of moving....

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Simple Home Safety Tips for Parents

You may feel comfortable in your home, but an emergency situation can happen in the blink of an eye. And as a parent, you have the added responsibility of ensuring your children’s safety. Here are several tips to help you enhance your family’s safety. You Can Install a Security System While you may feel secure...

inexpensive home security

5 Inexpensive Ways to Make Your Home More Secure

Your neighborhood has recently been in the newspaper for break-ins. You know you need a security system, but funds are tight right now. Don’t worry! Here are five inexpensive ways to make your home more secure until you can purchase a home security system. 1. Install Heavy-Duty Kick Plates One of the easiest (and cheapest)...

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5 Common Home Security FAQs

It’s important to do your research before investing in a home security system. Below are five common questions customers ask before buying a system. 1. Will a Pet Trip My Alarm System? Being that more than half of all U.S. households own at least one dog or cat, this is a question asked by many...

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What is the Ring Video Doorbell?

Imagine being able to answer your door from the couch or while you’re shopping in the grocery store. Ring Video Doorbell does just that and more! The new security feature is not only convenient, but it can stop a burglar in his tracks. The Ring Video Doorbell is not your typical doorbell. The security device allows...

after a burglary

How to Handle Yourself After a Burglary

If you return home to discover that your property has been burglarized, do you know what to do? Hopefully, you never find yourself in this position, but it’s still a good idea to have a plan in place following a burglary. Doing so will streamline the process of getting your life back to “normal” working...

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