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Making a Home Security Plan
A well-thought-out home security plan is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your home and the people inside it. Security is not just about locks, alarms, cameras, or firearms. It is about having a clear, layered strategy that everyone in the household understands and can follow under stress.
Carbon Monoxide Detectors 101
How they work, what “70 ppm” means, where to place them, and the best options to buy
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that can build up indoors from fuel-burning appliances (furnaces, water heaters, gas stoves), fireplaces, and vehicles in attached garages. Because you can’t sense it with your eyes or nose, CO safety comes down to two things: Prevention (properly maintained appliances), and Early warning (proper CO alarms placed correctly).
Home Security - Lesson 1: Guide to Selecting a Home Security Camera
Choosing a home security camera system can be overwhelming due to the wide range of options, features, and technical considerations. This guide outlines the top 12 factors to consider when selecting the right security cameras for your home.
Home Security - Lesson 2: Home Invasion Tactics
Sadly, home invasions are on the rise. While we always encourage making your home a hard target, many criminals are now using deceptive and manipulative tactics to bypass…
Home Security - Lesson 3: Removing Your Home’s Photos from Real Estate Sites
If your home has been listed for sale at any point in the last decade, there’s a good chance that detailed information about your property is still publicly available on various real estate websites. These sites often…
Home Security - Lesson 4: Home Fire Safety Essentials
When we think about protecting our homes, we often picture intruders, burglars, or worst-case home invasion scenarios. But the truth is, one of the most common and devastating home emergencies doesn’t come from outside your walls, it starts inside.