Are Self-Install Security Systems A Good Option?

This is a crazy world these days – you just never know what's going to happen, so it's important that you take every precaution possible to protect your home. If you're considering installing a self-install home security system, you are probably looking into your options. Do you install your own system, or do you have one professionally installed for you? Here, you'll learn the pros and cons of installing your own home security system. Read More 

Understanding The Draw Of Smart Home Technology

With so many people integrating smart home automation features into their homes, you may be wondering what the big deal is. Before you dismiss this type of technology integration as not for you, there are some things that you should understand. Here are a few of the reasons why so many people are embracing the smart home movement. It's Convenient When you can control every device in your home from one single platform, the convenience is immeasurable. Read More 

Ways To Use Common Household Items To Deter An Intruder

Your home security system will alert you to the presence of anyone who has gotten inside your dwelling, but if you've mistakenly left the system off, there's a chance that you could come face to face with an intruder. Depending on the situation, your best bet might be to quickly escape out a back door and call the police. However, if you have children or a spouse in the house, you won't want to leave them behind — instead, it's time to take the fight to the intruder. Read More 

Ask Your Security Company’s Guard To Perform These Checks During Each Visit

While a home security system with cameras, motion detectors, and sensors on your doors and windows can keep your home secure whether you're home or away from home, many security companies also employ a team of security guards who can further increase your security. Depending on the package you pay for, part of the service provided by the company might be to dispatch a guard to drive past or walk around your home when you're away on vacation. Read More 

The Best 3 Access Control Methods For Your Industrial Business

Most industrial businesses use very expensive equipment that they want to restrict access to in order to ensure that only those individuals with the right training and expertise are around said equipment. Many industrial businesses also have trade secrets that they don't want others to access. If either of the two statements above describe your industrial business, you are going to want to use an access control method to protect access to your business. Read More