With the stockings hung by the chimney with care and the tree surrounded by pricy gifts, it is easy to see that Christmas is a time of joy and giving… but it is also a time when thieves can see easy opportunities to take, scoring big from your family’s generosity. Don’t get caught up in worrying about a grouchy Grinch visiting your humble abode. Protect your home and family with these five simple tips to a safer, happier holiday. Leave Your…
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Advantages of Chicago Small Business Alarm Systems
Small businesses are frequently targeted by burglars looking for a quick and easy snatch. Whether it is the merchandise your store contains or sensitive data that can be further utilized for criminal purposes, a small business is often a prime target for criminals when compared to larger businesses or corporations with advanced security systems. Overly Intensive Focus on Cyber Security With all of the recent news about data stolen through remote hacking measures, almost all businesses have gone through extraordinary…
Holiday Home Security: Leaving Someone Else in Charge
We’re creeping up on the end-of-the-year holiday frenzy, Halloween blew by, Thanksgiving is over in a pumpkin-flavored whirl, and Christmas is done so fast you wonder if the Grinch really did run off with it. We all know it’s a great idea to have a friend or housesitter check on our homes while we’re away for the holidays, but you can maximize relaxation for you and your house-checker with these tips: Give them a home security system tutorial. Alarm systems can sometimes be intimidating to those who…
Comparing Chicago Security Companies
The installation of a security system is a personal and intricate manner. Selecting the right company to perform this task is essential since it will protect both your family and possessions. By learning how to compare Chicago security companies based on factors such as reputation, trustworthiness and service quality. Investigate Licensure Licensure proves that a company has satisfied necessary regulations imposed by local, state or even federal governments. According to Safewise, “Some states require security companies be licensed to install alarms….
Easy Ways to Improve Home Security
Although the most effective way to improve overall home security is through the installation of an integrated security system, this can sometimes fall outside the immediate budget of an average homeowner. However, by following some simple tips for improving your overall home security, severely reducing the chances and impact of a potential burglary is achievable. Keep Up Appearances Most burglars will target the house on the block which appears to be the easiest target. Uncut lawns, overgrown shrubbery and a lack…
One Important Business Security Tip for Businesses in Chicago
Your business is an important part of your life. It provides you with an income, and it also provides your employees with the jobs they need to pay their bills. Unfortunately, while you highly value your business, it is also an extremely vulnerable target. Theft is a major problem for businesses, and you must take action in order to prevent theft. Thieves have a wide variety of ways to take advantage of your business. During the day, your business is…
Increase Illinois Home Security with A Safe Room
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…
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…