This article discusses security methods available to everyone to secure their home: involving the structure of your house, security technology and simple common sense behaviors that will reduce risks of burglary. Protect entrances and exits (doors and windows) 64% of burglaries were carried out by breaking into the door of any home. In 22% of cases,…
Almost everyone has uttered these words at least once in their lifetime: “I’ve locked myself out of my house. Help!” If you’re in that situation right now, take a few deep breaths and relax, because people have been where you’re standing and they managed to get back inside just fine. The question is only HOW…
Whether it’s a hot summer night or the air in your room is getting stuffy, you might want to keep the window open while you’re sleeping. Perhaps not even all the way open, just cracked open a little. But you’re worried about a potential break-in. It’s true that for maximum security you’d want to keep…
The front door won’t lock and you’re afraid to go outside without fixing it first. Or perhaps it’s the bathroom door and you’re trying to avoid an awkward situation with your roomies? In any case, there’s a quick fix for a door that won’t lock. Why your door won’t lock When a door won’t lock…
Window security film is a powerful upgrade for car windows. It’s used by the rich and the powerful for a reason! If you want to feel (and actually be) as safe as the Pope as he’s waving to adoring crowds from that adorable popemobile, you can do it. Simply install high quality security film on…
We all know that a good old padlock with a good design can more than make up for a security gap in your outdoor storage, or even at the back of your moving truck. But, times have changed, much has improved, and security has become better than ever. Let’s take a look at the different…
Let’s face it, security cameras are everywhere, and for a darn good reason! Monitoring the entrance points, primarily external doors and ground-floor windows of your home or business place will make most criminals flee in terror. Those that are more brave and foolish will succumb to identification, motion sensors and a quick alert on your…
Security cameras are everywhere you look: banks, stores, homes.. everyone’s got one! Actually, it’s typically more than just one camera. Ever since I got into the security line of work I’ve kept noticing cameras everywhere. So are they all it’s cracked up to be? Are security cameras a worthy investment for a home owner like…
Smart locks are getting increasingly popular and prevalent as we automate our homes for convenience and added security. However, some potential users are still unsure if smart locks are really an upgrade to a regular deadbolt lock. It’s a healthy instinct to wonder if more technology will allow criminals to exploit unforeseen weakness. With a…
Smart locks are all the rage on the market at the moment. They’re very fashionable, they look like something out of Star Trek, Star Wars (or Dune? haven’t seen it yet), but fashion is not always functional, to put it mildly. So it’s very smart of you (no pun intended) to weight the pros and…
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