With advancing technology becoming more and more present in our daily lives, it’s no wonder it’s becoming part of our homes too. From solar panels on our roofs to remotely controlled thermostats, we are creating homes akin to the Jetson’s space age abode. Unlike the Jestson’s most of us still live in homes on the … Read More
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How Can A Smart Home Help You?
With advancing technology becoming more and more present in our daily lives, it’s no wonder it’s becoming part of our homes too. From solar panels on our roofs to remotely controlled thermostats, we are creating homes akin to the Jetson’s space age abode. Unlike the Jestson’s most of us still live in homes on the … Read More
What should you look for in a video surveillance system?
Video surveillance systems can be beneficial for a number of reasons. They are often installed to prevent burglaries and vandalism, but can also be used to promote neighborhood or office safety, in addition to increasing peace of mind if used in a home environment. When installing a video surveillance system, whether it is for your … Read More
Why Does an Assisted Living Facility Need a Security System?
Assisted living facilities are dynamic environments. You have occupants with varying levels of medical needs alongside administrative, medical, and visiting personnel. It’s a somewhat complex security issue because residents and staff need to be able to move throughout the facility freely, but unauthorized entrants must somehow be kept out. The mental health and acuity of … Read More
What is Motion Detection and How Does it Work?
When you think motion detectors (or sensors) you might picture a heist scene from the movies where a thief has to perform acrobatics in order to avoid a web of alarm triggering laser-beams surrounding a priceless gem. While that narrative is not necessarily complete fiction, it’s not exactly how motion detection is implemented in the … Read More
Common Break-in Methods
When you’re a homeowner one of your top priorities is ensuring the safety of your home. Your home is what protects you and your family. Nobody wants to deal with a home break-in but they are a sad reality in our everyday lives. Fortunately there are many ways you can safeguard your home from such … Read More
How Can You Tell Which Facility Is Best?
Assisted living facilities are a way our aging community can be cared for and maintain a sense of independence. As a caregiver you can never be too careful or particular when searching for geriatric care for a loved one. They’re your family and you want them to be cared for as well as they cared … Read More
Top Reasons To Get Connected
With advancing technology becoming more and more present in our daily lives, it’s no wonder it’s becoming part of our homes too. From solar panels on our roofs to remotely controlled thermostats, we are creating homes akin to the Jetson’s space age abode. Unlike the Jestson’s most of us still live in homes on the … Read More
NFPA: Are In-home Sprinklers The New Standard?
You’ve probably seen sprinkler heads poking out of the ceilings at your office, a hospital, or other public venue where they are generally a code requirement. But have you ever seen one in someone’s home? Odds are probably not. They are currently not required in private residences, but a new proposed legislation by the NFPA … Read More
Hardwired Vs Wireless
The process of researching home security systems can seem daunting. There are many factors you must take into consideration. You have to choose which company you trust to perform the work, how much you’re willing to spend, and what type of system to have installed, to name a few. The type of system you opt … Read More