In the digital age, things that were once the subject of sci-fi movies are becoming real. Smart homes with features that can be activated and accessed remotely are among these novelties. The capabilities of smart homes are growing more each year. Options for media streaming, lighting control, computer networking and energy management are a…
Prepare for emergencies. Your home security and fire alarm system helps deter criminals and alert you in the event of a break-in or fire. However, there are also steps you can take throughout your home that can also minimize damages brought on by an emergency. We take you through your home, room by room, to…
Home security mishaps is more common than what you think. Our security blog usually covers the things you should be doing to keep yourself safe. We want to put a little spin and tell you about some things you should not do, to minimize risk. Turning off your alarm system. You may pick and choose…
Vacation safety is important. Now that winter is full swing, and many Midwesterners are desperate to escape to warmer, sunnier destinations. Consequently, it is important to keep your safety and to protect your home when you are absent. Avoid vacation safety risks with these tips: Tell your social media friends about your trip after the fact. As tempting…
Winter safety tips can prove to be helpful. The winter chill seems to be here to stay, and us Chicagoans know that such cold weather can last well into the spring season. While oftentimes this leads to minor inconveniences, at other times it can cause a power outage in your home. Being prepared for this situation…
Work safety resolution, do you have any? People often make outlandish resolutions for the new year that are almost impossible to achieve. Why not make a resolution this year you are able to accomplish, like making your workplace a safer and healthier environment? We can help you start here: Work Safety Resolutions Consider the past…
Living in a big city like Chicago means a lot of walking, and a lot of traffic when driving. Both have their frustrations and their risks. Walking alone can make you a target for burglars. Driving through frustratingly-busy roads can be cause for aggression and accidents. You may also be a target for criminals even…
Remember that scene from Christmas Vacation when the Griswold family Christmas tree is burnt to a crisp? The added excitement of the holidays can also add electrical and fire hazards to your home. Run down this safety list to avoid a Griswold-like holiday emergency! Here are few safe holiday tips you can follow: Safe Holiday Tips…
You know the typical winter driving safety tips: drive slow when the road is snowy or icy, keep a blanket and emergency kit in your trunk in case your car breaks down, and keep your gas tank full so it doesn’t freeze. But there are other, lesser-known tricks that can save you when you are…
Childproof Home Security Tips Home is where everyone should be safest, including members of the family that haven’t arrived yet. For soon-to-be parents, the number one goal is to keep your child safe at all times. Here are some helpful security measures you can take in your home to keep your new child healthy and…
Home security measures is important if you care for your protection. Benefit from having a security inspection. Whether you are looking for your first home security system or have had one for years. A professional can look through your home, recommend products to benefit you most. They can also let you know if there is…
Fire safety tips has a huge importance for your protection. The security of your home extends beyond your burglar alarm; you should also be thinking about smoke and fire hazards. In 2014, approximately 1.3 million fires were reported in the United States, according to the National Fire Protection Association, causing injury, property damage and sometimes…