John Fox 
Many people sign up for alarm systems, and then end up having to cancel them. Alarm companies are very good at marketing their services, and it’s easy for someone to sign up without fully understanding the contract they’ve signed, but even harder for them to get out of it. The purpose of this guide is … Read more
As a security professional, I have encountered many issues with safes, but none is as common as people trying to get into their safes without their keys or passcode. A Stack-On safe will use an electronic keypad to open the doors, but it can also be opened using a combination code or the release button … Read more
Hotel safes are supposed to be safe from theft or fire. However, there is a big possibility that these safes can be broken into. The risk of hotel safes being compromised is not something new – recent data shows that the number of hotels safe break-in attempts has increased from an average of 4-5 a … Read more
Forgetting your garage keys happens to every person more often than you would think. I have been stuck like that on multiple occasions, waiting for the locksmith to open the garage door lock for me. But that was all before I learned how to do it myself. And so will you after you finish reading … Read more
Have you ever been stuck staring at a simple padlock? Maybe you forgot your key or misplaced it somewhere and can’t remember where. And now you are stuck with that security padlock to your basement door, garage door, or just a simple box and can’t figure out a way of opening it. You might only … Read more
We have all been there. You want to go into your garage, but you have no car key or remote control, and the gate is closed. So what do you do? Well, here is an easy way to get inside your garage without any keys or remotes. In general, the easiest way to break into … Read more
Depending on state laws, records of videos captured by in-vehicle cameras of police are often accessible by police or other authorities based on suspicion of a crime committed. But some states have exemptions for dashcam footage, and the length of time it can be kept varies from place to place. In general, in the United … Read more
As a security installer, I sometimes get asked by people on a bare-bones budget, why can’t I turn my laptop into a security camera? Well, you can, and we will show you how to turn a laptop into a security camera with just a few simple steps with free and paid software. Step 1 – … Read more
If you ever wondered if a movie theater had hidden cameras, there are cameras inside a movie theater. Usually, these cameras are located at the back of the viewers or on the screen’s top. However, there are instances that there are also security cameras found at the corners of the theater. Knowing someone monitors your … Read more
Building a gun-safe room is not an easy do-it-yourself project, but building a few for clients has given me some expertise and tips I can share to help you build your gun-safe room. The most efficient way to build a gun-safe room is by using the two P’s: Planning and Preparation. Some simple steps are … Read more
What happens if a tool for privacy becomes a tool for spying on you instead? It could happen if hackers hack into your home camera. You probably heard about wireless camera hacks, but what about wired cameras? Can they be hacked? In general, even a wired security camera system can be hacked by a skilled … Read more
TV wires are annoying. They’re distracting and ugly, and they never seem to stay put. Fortunately, there are a few ingenious ways to hide them without cutting holes in the wall. Remember that most of these methods depend on your cable size and type of cable, so make sure you keep sizing in your considerations. … Read more
Usually, a common issue with ADT alarm panel users is that they have trouble figuring out how to reset the alarm. There are different ways to reset an ADT alarm system. In general, the user password must be input when resetting an ADT alarm before pressing the shutdown button. This is usually more than enough … Read more
Any dispatcher will agree that the most comment call they get is regarding how to turn off a fire alarm. There is no automatic turn-off function, nor will the device recognize if the fire is already under control. Hence, the sound will continue until someone turns off the alarm. We’ll run through some steps and … Read more
At present, many people choose battery-powered security systems. The Ring contains different battery-operated surveillance cameras, outdoor cameras, PTZ cameras, nanny cams, spycam, and even video doorbell models. You can install these cameras in any place without much hassle. However, one drawback of these battery-powered Ring models is that they can not function when the battery … Read more
You can pick your way into any filing cabinet in minutes with the right tools and a little practice. The first step in picking a lock is to identify which type of lock it is. Once you do this, finding the right tools for the job will be much easier. Filing cabinet locks come in … Read more