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5 Ways to Protect Your Vacation Rental Property From Intruders

5 Ways to Protect Your Vacation Rental Property From Intruders

A study by the UNC Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology found that burglars are more likely to target homes that appear uninhabited and unarmed due to a lower risk of being caught[2]. Vacation rental properties make prime targets for intruders just for this reason – it’s likely that they are vacant for most of the year, or have frequent periods being unoccupied between guests, and an experienced thief will know how to monitor a home for activity and plan to make his or her move when you’re away. Here are a few ways to protect your vacation rental property from intruders. Continue Reading

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Pros and Cons of Cellular Home Alarm Systems

Pros and Cons of Cellular Home Alarm Systems

New technology is changing the way we protect our homes by improving on older systems to rid them of the weaknesses that made them vulnerable. One of the breakthrough technologies that is gaining popularity in the home alarm industry is the cellular-networked system. Continue Reading

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Connecting and Using your Home Alarm System Smartphone App

Connecting and Using your Home Alarm System Smartphone App

Today’s most popular home alarm systems often come with features that make them more convenient and easier than ever to use. Upgrades in equipment and technology give homeowners and renters more control over their home alarm system, turning their regular alarm system into a smart alarm system. The top home alarm system companies have their own applications that are available for a variety of personal devices, such as iPhones, Androids, and tablets, and have been programmed to connect directly to the equipment installed in your home. Continue Reading

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4 Home Alarm System Text Alerts and Email Notifications to Set

4 Home Alarm System Text Alerts and Email Notifications to Set

Home alarm systems are designed to keep your home safe and intruders out, and they also come with features that keep your family safe and can be set-up to alert you to anything out of the ordinary. Staying on top of what is happening in and around your home is important, and setting your home alarm system text alerts and email notifications can help you do just that. Continue Reading

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Moving to a New Home? Time to Upgrade Your Alarm System

Moving to a New Home? Time to Upgrade Your Alarm System

The average American moves over 11 times in their lifetime. Upgrading your home alarm system doesn’t have to be an added stress to your move, but can be a stress-free way to maintain your family’s protection and keep your valuables safe during transition. Continue Reading

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Pros & Cons of Wireless Home Alarm Systems

Pros & Cons of Wireless Home Alarm Systems

Home security has definitely improved over the last several years. If you are looking for a home alarm system, one of the options you will come across is a wireless home alarm system. Here are some pros and cons of wireless alarm systems you should think about before purchasing. Continue Reading

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Top 4 Alarm System Features for Families

Top 4 Alarm System Features for Families

Today’s top alarm system providers offer a range of features and alarm packages that work well for families. There are many features of alarm systems that make monitoring your home and keeping your family safe convenient and easy, and those features can also help you ensure that everyone is protected no matter what time of day or night it is or where you are checking in from. Continue Reading

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Smart Alarm System: Benefits of Linking Your Alarm to Home Automation Features

Smart Alarm System: Benefits of Linking Your Alarm to Home Automation Features

Home alarm systems have come a long way. While they are still a top way to ensure your home, property and family is protected from intruders and emergencies, they are now able to make life incredibly convenient and give you more access to your property no matter where you are. Here are just few of the benefits of using a smart alarm system that can connect you to home automation features and improve your overall quality of life. Continue Reading

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Alarm Systems For Apartments: Your Questions Answered

Alarm Systems For Apartments: Your Questions Answered

While living in an apartment may seem transient, it’s a good idea to protect your belongings while you are living there to prevent significant damage or loss. If you're questioning why you should install an alarm system for your apartment, consider these key points and features available that make it easier today to protect your belongings, regardless of whether you own the property or not. Continue Reading

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7 Reasons to Consider Installing a Wireless Home Alarm System

7 Reasons to Consider Installing a Wireless Home Alarm System

New technology has made wireless home alarm systems a more secure and convenient method of keeping your property and family safe. Wired alarm systems paved the way for intruder alerts, flood and fire monitoring and quick dispatch during medical emergencies, but there are many good reasons to choose wireless if you are installing or upgrading your home alarm setup. Continue Reading

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