Archive for the ‘Basic Home Security’ Category
Tuesday, May 11th, 2010
Once your neighborhood gets out of control, it might seem like an impossible feat to get it back on track. Crimes involving guns as well as car and home break-ins can be scary situations, and you definitely don’t want you or your family member’s life put to an end simply ...
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Thursday, April 1st, 2010
Never delving into the world of home security is risky business. You don’t have to stock your home with top notch and expensive security, but you should have at the very least made minimal efforts to increase the protection. So what home security risks are you taking?
It’s a misconception that ...
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Thursday, March 4th, 2010
In order for us to stay connected with the rest of the world, we now go to various social media platforms such as Twitter, Myspace, Foursquare, Facebook, Loopt, etc. While these online sources have made connecting with friends and family as well as meeting new people easier, it makes you ...
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Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010
How much would you pay for home security? A modern day fortress built by Al V. Corbi in 2002, which is situated in the hills of Los Angeles, California, costs $7.25 million. This home carries quite a tab, but its home security features are some of the best that the ...
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Tuesday, January 12th, 2010
There is a sense of security in having a routine. Developing a home security routine for you and your family is a way to ensure that your basic home security devices are in place when you need them the most. By setting up some rules and guidelines, your home will ...
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Tuesday, December 1st, 2009
Do you know how to safely answer your door? It’s especially important to know the protocol for this if you have children, because how are they going to know when it’s okay to answer the door if you’re not present? Opening the door to a complete stranger only invites trouble. ...
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Tuesday, November 10th, 2009
Buying a new home can be a burden on your wallet, so after you move into it, you might not have much cash leftover. However, there are some budget friendly ways to increase the security and safety of your new home. Making a few adjustments can help you feel more ...
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Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009
Now that the cold season is setting in, you’re going to be using your heat and maybe even a fireplace to keep your home warm. But when is the last time you checked to ensure that your fireplace clean or that your furnace is working properly? If you haven’t inspected ...
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Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
Incorporating solar panels onto your home can save you a significant amount of money and energy. However, thieves have recently been targeted companies and even homes that have installed solar panels. Solar panels are not cheap, so you need to protect your investment.
First, it’s worthwhile to contact your homeowner’s insurance ...
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Thursday, October 22nd, 2009
You’re on vacation enjoying the beautiful sunny shoreline, and you’re family is having the time of their lives. It’s a couple days into your getaway, and you get a call from your security company saying that a burglar has broken into your home. What do you do know?
As much as ...
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