With advancing technology becoming more and more present in our daily lives, it’s no wonder it’s becoming part of our homes too. From solar panels on our roofs to remotely controlled thermostats, we are creating homes akin to the Jetson’s space age abode. Unlike the Jestson’s most of us still live in homes on the … Read More
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A Security System Customized For You
Installing a security system can be one of the best ways to protect your business from unpredictable threats like fires and burglars. Did you know that not all systems are the same? That’s right there really isn’t a “one size fits all” solution when it comes to securing your workplace, nor should there be. Why? … Read More
Protecting Your Business In A Shared Building
We have all seen an office building, whether it’s the 104 floor World Trade Center in New York City or the 5 floor office you work in. Many of these buildings house a multitude of different businesses. This begs the question, how do you protect your business when you share a space with multiple tenants? You … Read More
Upgrading An Old Security System
Maybe you’ve had a home security system installed years ago or perhaps you recently moved into a new home with an existing alarm system. Whatever the case, how can you tell if your home security system is still valid? There are some tell-tale signs that you may be dealing with an antiquated system. However, if … Read More
Important Information for Verizon Customers
If you have Verizon telephone/internet service, please read the below for important information. We’ve been getting a few inquiries lately, so we wanted to put an article on our blog about this – Verizon has recently made the decision to retire their copper phone lines in favor of fiber-optic communications. If you still have copper … Read More
How To Avoid Security Scams
Imagine you’re at home and the doorbell rings. You go to answer the door. Who’s there? It’s a salesman claiming to be a representative from a security system company. They tell you they’re at your home to offer you a free security system. Sounds too good to be true, right? That’s because it probably is. … Read More
Wired Or Wireless?
The process of researching home security systems can seem daunting. There are many factors you must take into consideration. You have to choose which company you trust to perform the work, how much you’re willing to spend, and what type of system to have installed, to name a few. The type of system you opt … Read More
Investing In Safety
Implementing a home security system can seem like a daunting task, but it’s an investment you won’t regret. People typically visualize the home break-in scenario where the masked intruder breaks a window setting off an alarm, ultimately sending the perpetrator on the run. A home security system is so much more than a triggered alarm, … Read More
Alarm System Maintenance
So you bought an alarm system, what kind of maintenance and service should you do? Really, not much. It should work flawlessly for quite some time. The first thing to go will be batteries. All systems will have to have their system battery replaced after 3 to 5 years. When the battery is low, the … Read More
Understanding False Alarms
If you have a security system you might already understand the consequences of a false alarm. It is not something to be taken lightly and can have serious implications. False alarms can happen for any number of reasons and it’s important to understand why and how best to avoid them. No security system is perfect, … Read More