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Video Verified Systems Improve Police Response Time to Burglaries

September 1, 2017

Businesses without alarms are 4.5 times more likely to be burglarized than those that do have them. But even a great alarm system won’t always stop the most tenacious burglars from trying. The good news is, business security systems that protect retail, dealerships, schools, warehouses, construction sites, mom and pop shops, residences, and more, are evolving. And…

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Back to School Safety Tips for Your Children

August 18, 2017

For many parents, this time of year is bittersweet. Your children are getting older and more independent with every passing year, and you have to let them go out into the world so they can learn and grow into amazing adults. However, you are not ready to throw all caution to the wind, so you…

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Tips to Save Energy While Cooling Your Home

August 11, 2017

Check out our top five tips for saving energy while keeping your home cool this summer!   1. Put Your Fans to Work Ceiling fans are a low-cost way to keep cool air in circulation, which means your body temperature is lower and home efficiency is higher. The key in the summer is to set…

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Home Security Tools for Seniors Living Alone

July 28, 2017

As we get older, our home security concerns change. What works for families or young people may not meet the unique needs of seniors who live alone. And, just over one in four adults over the age of 65 lives alone. Concerns about seniors’ health, memory, and physical safety can create anxiety for loved ones and…

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Prevent Your Home Security Camera from Being Hacked

July 21, 2017

One of the great ironies of life can be that the devices we create to protect us, can sometimes be used against us. The odds of this happening are slim, but the fear isn’t exactly unfounded. Skilled hackers can break into internet-connected products in minutes, and consumers are unknowingly giving hackers a new opportunity to…

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Fire Safety for Small Businesses

July 14, 2017

One of the top risks to any small business is fire. According to Insurance Journal, fire is one of the top five reasons for insurance claims. It’s also one of the most expensive, causing property damage, productivity loss, equipment failure, and hiked up insurance premiums. The financial burden of a fire can be enough to shut…

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