Using smart technology in a home can offer security and convenience, but only when the right steps are taken to make sure security cannot become compromised. What are the first places to look for in understanding the security of your smart home? We urge you to check: 1. Your WiFi security: It’s important to make sure your WiFi network is secure and password protected. There have been cases of hackers getting into networks, which have allowed them to unlock smart locks or…
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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…
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…
Increase Home Security in Chicago with These Important Tips
Residents of Chicago value their security. Those who live in our fair city have made it their home for many reasons. They love our high-class restaurants. They love the Magnificent Mile. They love the familiar sight of the Water Tower. They also love living in homes where they can relax with their family and friends and feel secure in their chosen dwelling. Today, we would like to offer the following four home security tips for Chicago residents. Whether you live in the…
Top 10 Security Tips For Summer Travels!
Summer is here, and warmer weather is already upon us, and that means it’s time for weddings, graduations, vacations, and honeymoons. No matter what your travel plans are this season, make your flights a little smoother, adventures more exciting, and your travels a little safer with our top 10 security tips for your summer travels: Invest in home security companies that offer 24/7 monitoring services for the moment your home security system is triggered with trained operators that can quickly…
Preventing False Alarms
Criminals are getting smarter with each break-in, and that’s why they are two steps ahead of home occupants. One reason we fall behind is false alarms. False alarms create unnecessary stress and prevent us from catching the real burglars. Eliminate false alarms by learning more about the formation and solutions to stop it. False alarms emerge from the following negligence: Outdated or un-maintained equipment Pets or rodents hovering around system components Wall decor, dust bunnies, or other objects near home…
Home Security in Illinois should Include your Home Office
When most people think of home security in Illinois, they fail to consider their home office. Just as a commercial office needs securing, your home office should also have the right locks to keep everything inside it safe. Here are some security considerations you should keep in mind for your own home office. File Security If you regularly collect sensitive information, you may already think it’s secure just because it is inside your home. Even so, it’s important to protect…
Caregiver Tips: The Importance of a Home Security System for the Elderly
Whether you have an elderly loved one in your own home or are the primary caregiver for a senior who still lives independently, a home security system is a must. More than just a burglar alarm, a comprehensive system includes many features that can keep your loved one safe from harm. Fire and Carbon Monoxide: Seniors are at an elevated risk from both fire and carbon monoxide; many elderly individuals suffer from decreased lung capacity or breathing problems that make…