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Selecting the Right Security Company for Your Home

Selecting the Right Security Company to Protect Your Home

  • September 22, 2017

There are few decisions as important as choosing the security company that will look after your home. With plenty of options, weighing the pros and cons of each can seem overwhelming. After all, your peace of mind is on the line, and the safety and well-being of your home and family. While there are a lot of variables to consider, ultimately, it all comes down to trust. Do you trust the people? Some folks may start by reviewing the different…

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6 Reasons to Avoid a DIY Illinois Home Security System

  • November 1, 2016

In an effort to save money, many people choose to purchase a DIY Illinois home security system. However, despite the temptation of money savings, installing a home security system yourself may not be the right answer for a number of reasons. Here are just a few of them. 1. Installation requires some technical knowledge. Installing a home security system is more challenging than it may seem. Many homeowners attempt installation only to find out it requires more technical knowledge than…

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The 4 "D’s" of Illinois Home Security

  • September 16, 2016

  Homes targeted by burglars usually fail to meet the four lines of defense: deter, deny, delay, and detect. When it comes to home security in Illinois, these four proactive measures can help keep you and your home safe from injury, damage, or theft. Here’s how each “D” works to help keep you safe. Deter Deterring a burglar from entering your home plays a significant role in reducing the chances of a burglary or home invasion. Measures that can deter…

Home Security While on Vacation

3 Ways to Keep Your Home Secure While You’re on Vacation

  • May 26, 2016

  So, the summer is almost here. You’ve been counting the days until it’s time to make your break for vacation, planning every detail of your upcoming getaway, and now it’s just about time to put your plan into action. However, keeping your home secure while you’re away on vacation can be a major concern for many homeowners. Don’t let your home’s security keep you from enjoying a relaxing break. Let technology do the work for you by following this…

Home Security on a Budget

  • January 15, 2016

Illinois security companies offer various levels of home protection. Moreover, the cost scares many customers away. Is it possible to secure your home on a budget? The short answer is yes. The long answer is yes, but consult a professional, not a family member or a friend who educated in home security. We advise against do-it-yourself projects also because the product may not install or work properly. Choose us instead. We will provide the best home security package to fit…

Increase Illinois Home Security with A Safe Room

  • October 30, 2015

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…