You’ve seen safe rooms in many Hollywood thrillers or TV crying dramas. The hero retreats to these specially-built impregnable havens in order to dispatch the bad guys. While such interior fortresses do exist, they’re a little impractical for the average homeowner. That doesn’t mean that you cannot designate such a place of safety in your own house. At its most basic, a safe room is any place in which you can weather an emergency, such as a home invasion. You…
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Unexpected Benefits to Home Security for Parents of Teenagers
When you put in a home security system, you’re probably thinking about the safety of yourself and your family. You want to be alerted in the event of a break-in, summon help quickly, and scare away intruders. Installing a home security system, however, can have a number of side benefits. Keep YourTeenagers Inside. Do you have a teenager who might sneak out at night? Installing a home security system is a surefire way to keep your teen inside instead of discovering too…
Monitored Home Security Systems for Illinois Residents
If you’re an Illinois resident, you probably know that your state has more home burglaries than many other states as it’s ranked 7th in the nation. Because Illinois has a high percentage of residential break-ins, it’s even more important that you protect your home and family. If you’re in the market for a home security systems in Illinois, here are the main types of monitoring systems from which you can choose. Types of Monitoring Systems Many security companies offer monitored systems. This is…
Home Security After a Break-In
Home security is something that many individuals take for granted…until they can’t anymore. After a break-in, many individuals find that it takes a long time for them to feel comfortable in their homes again. Stepping up your home security won’t answer all of your concerns, but it will make it easier for you to reduce feelings of anxiety. Install a Good, Solid Security System and Use it Regularly. Make sure that you turn on your security system when you leave the house…
Illinois Home Security Tips for Leaving Your Kids Home Alone
If your children are older and are mature and responsible, you might be thinking about leaving them home alone in the afternoons while you are working or at other times. This can help you save a significant amount of money on child care, and it can be a better choice for your children as well. However, you could be a bit worried about your kids’ safety when they are home alone. Luckily, following these Illinois home security tips can help you keep…