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Home Security Tips

5 Surprising Myths About Home Security

by Carolyn

Some experts estimate that around 14% of homes in the United States are protected by monitored security systems. However, a burglary occurs every 15 seconds in the US. When asked why they don’t have a monitored security system, many people often cite one (or several) popular home security misconceptions. Here are five common home security myths. Myth #1 – Home Security is Expensive! Surprisingly, home security doesn’t cost as much as you might think. Some security companies offer a basic…

In-Home Burglary – What to Do

by Carolyn

It’s a warm summer night, the last hints of twilight finally fading into darkness. You’re sitting at home alone, folding laundry while watching some nighttime TV. Your kids are asleep upstairs, and you’re just beginning to look forward to heading to bed yourself. Grabbing the basket of laundry, you begin to walk towards the stairs leading to your bedroom. Suddenly, you hear a small noise, and you freeze. A small, light tapping noise is coming from your back door, which…

MythBusters Take on 6 Security Myths from Hollywood Movies

by Carolyn

Hollywood movies have been the source for an incredible number of popular myths. Did you know that silencers don’t turn handguns into stealthy spy weapons? Did you know that shooting the gas tank on a car may not make a huge explosion? Did you know that Piranhas will not always attack a human that invades their aquatic space? Here are a few of the security-related myths that were tested by Mythbusters on the Discovery Channel. Disclaimer: These myths and techniques…

4 Home Security Gadgets Under $10

by Carolyn

Trying to improve your personal or home security on a budget can definitely be a challenge. Though it’s easy to get caught up in advanced security gadgets and sophisticated equipment – you don’t have to spend a lot to make small changes to your security. Here are a few useful gadgets to help improve your security – both at home, and in self defense situations. Alarm.com iPhone App While not technically a gadget in itself, the Alarm.com iPhone app definitely…

Home Security in a High-Rise Apartment

by Carolyn

Living in the city definitely has its benefits. Many city residents live close to where they work, and are able to use public transportation. Want to see a movie? Odds are, there’s a movie theater right down the next street. Feel like shopping? Most cities have a variety of diverse and interesting venues for a great shopping experience. However, if you do live in the city, odds are that you live in a high rise apartment building. The population density…

Your Spring Home Security Checklist

by Carolyn

After surviving the cold winter months indoors, many people like to spend the spring months cleaning, organizing and doing maintenance on their home. Aside from regular maintenance, spring is also a wonderful time to do some maintenance to improve the security of your home. Here are a few quick maintenance tips to put on your spring home security checklist. Test Your Security System Testing your system should be one of the first things that you do this spring. Most systems come with…

4 Essential Safety Tips for a Home Invasion Scenario

by Carolyn

A home invasion is every homeowner’s worst nightmare. For many people, their home represents safety, security and sanctuary. The idea that burglars could violate this sanctuary has been a topic explored in many articles, security videos and even in popular cinema. It’s true – no one wants to even think about the possibility of a home invasion. However, like with any break-in, it pays to be prepared. Here are a few useful tips to help you protect your home and…

How to Build an Inexpensive Safe Room

by Carolyn

If you were the victim of a home invasion, what would you do? What if you couldn’t get to a phone? Do you have a safe place from where you could contact your local authorities for help? These questions are part of the reason why constructing a “safe room” can be a great idea for your home. While some people spend upwards of $50,000 building a high-tech safe room, it’s possible to build a basic, affordable safe room in your…

What Should You Keep In Your Safe Room?

by Carolyn

In 2002, Jodie Foster starred in the thriller “Panic Room”. The entire plot of the movie focused on Foster’s character and her daughter having to elude three burglars who had broken into their home. One of the home’s primary features was the “Panic Room”, a high-end safe room that featured two-way communication and other equipment. Foster and her daughter are trapped in the room for the first part of the movie, which leads to a climactic finale. Though the panic…

4 Simple Home Security Maintenance Tips

by Carolyn

Many people don’t realize that buying a home security system is only one step towards improving the security of their home. While investing in monitored security is a great way to protect your family, it’s also important to make sure that your devices are working properly. Even if you’re not a tech guru, you can still perform some basic maintenance on the home security devices in your home. Here are four easy tips to help you with home security maintenance.…

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