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Social Media & Home Security: Are Your Posts Leaving You Vulnerable?

  • August 1, 2016

  Social media has certainly changed our lives in the last decade and a half. For the most part, these have been good changes that involve facilitating rapid communication and the spread of vital information. As we continue to learn more and more about the information we share and how it is perceived by what could potentially be a global audience, we are also coming to the realization that just because a person can share information, doesn’t mean it is…

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…

Four Unusual Home Security Tips

  • February 19, 2016

Home security is a vital topic. Your home is your castle, so you must prioritize home security. There is a wealth of home security information, but the same tips are found all over the internet. Every website tells you to hire a security firm, lock your doors, and keep your system armed. These are all great tips, but there are other ideas for keeping your home safe. Here are some unique ideas to keep your home secure.   1. Hide valuables…

Types Of Home Security Systems That You Should Know About

  • December 23, 2015

When it comes to ensuring your home’s security, you cannot afford to take any chances. That is why it’s a good idea to not just install any security camera system, but a security camera system that offers night vision. This can make a big difference when it comes to the clarity of night footage, and night is exactly the time that is most dangerous. There are many options available when it comes to security cameras that have night vision. You…

5 Home Security Tips That Can Keep Your House Protected While You’re on Vacation

  • December 11, 2014

The holiday season is in full swing which means the time to visit out-of-state relatives is here. Unfortunately, the holidays also mean burglars are on the lookout for unoccupied homes. If your concerned your house may become a target due to your absence, consider implementing the 5 simple yet cost-effective home security tips provided below. An Overflowing Mailbox When a burglar spots a mailbox filled to the brim, they know they’ve found the perfect target. To avoid this common mistake,…

Traveling this winter? Keep your home safe when you’re away!

  • January 14, 2014

5 Tips to a Safe Home When Traveling First rule of Murphy’s Law: if anything can go wrong, it will go wrong while you are away. We’ll push that worrisome thought out of your mind. It is important that every traveler follow these five key steps to have a burden free time away from home. 1. Don’t post your travel plans on the web  Don’t post the details of your vacation plans with the whole world. Believe it or not,…