2018

3 Tips To Improve Your Access Control System

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Keeping your commercial property secure starts with control over the individuals who enter and exit the space. Many companies rely on access control systems tied to commercial alarms to provide them with the protection they are seeking. These access control systems monitor when and where authorized badges are used to gain entry, allowing you to restrict movement within your building and monitor the movement of employees throughout the day. Improve your access control system by keeping the following tips in mind.

3 July 2018

Devices And Services For Customizing Security Systems

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What do you need from your security system? Surveillance can help you identify successful thieves while deterring the more fearful opportunists that test your property's security. Alarm systems can warn and authorities you while frightening off certain intruders, while silent alarms may be better to catch the intruder by surprise. With every option comes a few opportunities to add more nuanced control, and a few of these security customization points can help you make the right changes.

7 February 2018

Closed Escrow On Your New Home? 4 Things You Should Purchase As Soon As You Move In

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If you've recently closed escrow on a new home, you're probably thinking about all the things you're going to need. You might have furniture, lawn equipment, and an entertainment system on the list. While those are all excellent choices, they might not be the first things you should put on your list. To help you get off on the right foot, here are four purchases you should make as soon as you move into your new home.

1 February 2018

Protecting Your Home With A Residential Fire Suppression System

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While nobody likes to think about having a fire in their home, taking the time to consider areas that can reduce the risks around the house is important. If a fire does break out, controlling it quickly is important and fire suppression systems have been used in commercial buildings for many years to do just that. Using these same types of systems in residential properties is growing in popularity and can offer peace of mind for you and your family.

1 February 2018

Home Safe Installation Tips

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You consider installing a home safe? This is a great decision! After all, you don't have to wear a burden concerning your most precious goods as long as you keep them safe. You just put them in a secret place, somewhere where you and only you know and have access to, and it's done. A safe is the perfect secret place to harbor your values without worrying that someone might find them and steal them.

26 January 2018

Installing A Business Security System? 3 Things To Consider When It Comes To Camera Placement

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If you are going to have a security system installed that includes camera placement, make sure that you think carefully about where to place the cameras that go with your system and how to set them up. Go for A Mix of High & Low When you install security cameras on your property, make sure that you place some up high, where you can have a wide view of your property, and some down low, so you can get up-close details.

26 January 2018

Beyond Electrical Wiring: Cabling For Modern Tech And Automation In Renovations

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When doing home renovations, the electrical wiring is not the only thing that you will want to talk to your electrician about. They can also help with modern improvements in technology and automation that will help make your home more efficient. Here are some tips that will help with the modern wiring in your home when doing electrical renovations: 1. Preparing Your Home for Automation and Security Automation is something most modern homes have, and you will probably want custom features for your home.

24 January 2018

Choosing A High-Rise Apartment: Four Safety Features To Look For

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High-rise apartment buildings can offer great views and even luxury amenities. However, you'll want to make sure that any apartment building you choose has the proper safety features, to help you feel comfortable and safe in your new home. Here are a few things to look for when you are touring high-rise apartment buildings. Fire Alarm And Sprinkler Systems Fire alarm and sprinkler systems can help prevent injuries when and if a fire does break out in the building.

24 January 2018

Think Like A Theif

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In order to keep your home as safe as possible, you want to try your best to think like a thief. While this may not be so easy to do, you can follow the guidelines in this article to do so in a way that helps you spot weaknesses in your home's security and figure out what you need to do to better secure your place. Here are steps you want to take:

23 January 2018

The Pros And Cons To Using A Wired Home Security System

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Everyone knows there is nothing like being too careful when it comes to security for you or your property. Luckily, due to advanced technology, there are several amazing options you can use to ensure that your house is fully secure at all times. The biggest decision is to decide whether or not you want to have a wired security system or a wireless system. There are many advantages and disadvantages associated with each kind.

19 January 2018