Security Routine for When the Sun Goes Down

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 ...

6 Ways to Increase the Security of Your New Home

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 ...

Book Review: The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Home Security

Thursday, September 10th, 2009

Have you ever read one of those idiot’s guides? The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Home Security can be a helpful tool, especially if you don’t know the first thing about installing updated locks on your doors and windows. Sometimes you just need a simple, straight-forward introduction on a topic to ...

7 Miscellaneous Home Security Tips, Part 2

Thursday, September 3rd, 2009

Part 1 of Miscellaneous Home Security Tips had some advice that you might have forgotten about or have heard before. This next batch of seven tips is a mixed bag of goodies that will help you be one step ahead of the burglars. Maybe making phone calls and updating your ...

10 Home Security Tips for Your Yard

Thursday, August 13th, 2009

Burglars can learn quite a bit about you from your yard. They can figure out your address, what kind of car you drive and if you have children. Following these ten tips can help you keep your yard from revealing information about your personal life. Store ladders, garbage cans and other ...

10 Low Cost Home Security Improvements for Your House

Thursday, February 19th, 2009

While installing a home security system can make sense, it can be pretty expensive too.  Fortunately, there are some low cost upgrades you can do even if money is tight.  Sometimes it's the little steps we take that count for the most in the end anyway.  Here is a list ...