As a security installer and locksmith, I can tell you people getting locked out of their houses is my number one call. Getting locked out of your own house isn’t unusual. Misplacing or losing keys is something we’ve all done at one point. Thankfully, there is always a way to open the locked door and … Read more
Did you know a robbery happens every 22.6 seconds in the US? Outdoor lights illuminate the premises. Through illumination, homeowners or passersby can notice intruders who may try to enter the space. However, there are certain scenarios where keeping the lights on may not deter burglars but benefit burglars. Reasons to keep lights on at … Read more
Flooding can be devastating for everyone. Increasing climate change issues have led to natural disasters happening more commonly and at a high cost. If you live in an area that has experienced floods or is at risk of flooding, you need to prepare as much as possible in advance. Doors are one of the first … Read more
Working in security, I have seen that the most common break-in happens through a window. 23% of all break-ins in America are through windows, so why don’t we invest more in burglar-proofing our windows? This is a great question; if you are here, you’re looking for solutions. Below I will cover some of the best … Read more
You’d be surprised by how often flat-screen TVs get stolen. According to the crime statistics by the FBI, TVs are among the top 10 most-stolen household items. To top it off, stealing a TV without a security system is pretty easy. You can securely secure a TV by using a cable, bolting the doors and … Read more
Sliding glass doors give a modernistic touch to a house. However, as much as we love sliding doors, they are very vulnerable to break-ins. Putting an efficient sliding door security system in place is extremely important if you want to ensure your family’s safety. Here are a few steps to take to secure and lock … Read more
As a security installer/ locksmith one of my most common calls is a broken key stuck in a lock. Often, a key stuck in a lock seems like an emergency, and your priority will be to contact a locksmith to remove it. Based on the depth of the key, you can open the lock with … Read more
Humans are naturally born to socialize. However, we don’t always have a choice in who we live near. A nosy neighbor can intrude on your privacy, which can be irritating. When you want to have some time for yourself, or you need to discuss things with a family member, the last thing you want is … Read more
I always see the case where a person gets their safe and automatically assumes it will protect them and plops it in the middle of a room without a second thought. Don’t be this person; a safe is an amazing device for protecting you, but just as important is the location of the safe to … Read more
Working in security, I have a heightened sense of paranoia with all locks, and nothing scares me more than unsecured sliding doors. It’s easy with one look to see that the mechanism that comes with most sliding doors is shabby at best and can be easily broken through. Have you moved into a new home … Read more
Despite the high-tech features of modern security cameras, they are still vulnerable to bugs. Working as a security installer, I get a lot of calls about video issues and reflections and glare on the videos that turn out to be nothing more than a bug falling in love with a camera lens. Bugs can be … Read more
Working in security, I have found that more people are requesting their security cameras to be hidden because of increasing levels of vandalism and theft. Learning how to Hide a camera outside can be challenging. But, with the right planning, you can have an undetectable surveillance system. Hiding cameras is not commonly done for security … Read more
As a security professional, I deal with many calls from people worried about bugs in their houses or someone trying to listen in on them. There are many devices out there these days for recording audio, and they have gotten so small that it’s almost impossible to detect them visually. In general, to block an … Read more
One of the most common questions about home protection is how long smoke detectors last. Knowing how long your smoke detector will last is crucial. Many smoke detectors have an electronic part lifespan of 8-10 years, while their batteries can last from 6 months to 1 year. Type of Smoke Detector Average Life Span Ionization … Read more
A bedroom door is a gateway between your private and public space. However, it can be an easy target for burglars and theft. How can you protect your bedroom door from burglars? Some people use doors with complicated locks requiring keys or codes to open. Others prefer cheaper alternatives like a deadbolt lock or a … Read more
When it comes to showering during a thunderstorm, in general, according to the National Weather Service, the chances of injury are extremely small. Yet, relatively specific risk points are attached to being in the shower if your home is struck by lightning. If possible, avoid showering during a thunderstorm, but know that the chances of … Read more
