Security Tips for Rental Properties
Safety. It’s all of our responsibility, in a way. But for some of us, it’s actually an official part of our job title. Rental property owners fall in this group when it comes to tenant safety. If you're a property manager or landlord, taking care of your tenants and keeping [...]
5 Security Improvements Inspired By Movies
Would you like some peace of mind with your popcorn? When it comes to security improvements, inspiration can be found at the cinema. Let’s take a look at a few movies out there that can actually give you some great ideas for improving the security of your home, business or [...]
Why Dallas Residents Need a Good Security Camera System
Like any major metropolitan area, Dallas-Fort Worth has areas of town that are statistically safer than others. As such, it’s important to understand the crime rate in your immediate area and to take certain precautions if you live in an area with relatively higher crime rates by historical metrics. Security [...]
4 Benefits of Wireless Intercoms
Wires are becoming more and more obsolete with each passing day. Many of today’s phones have moved away from the wired headphone jack, which was only met with fleeting controversy. Even technology such as building security is depending more on wireless solutions and securing access points is no exception. This [...]
6 Security Tips for Selling a Home
You make sure your home is safe and sound when you're living in it. That's to be expected. But what about when you sell your home? You still need to protect it (and any belongings still inside). Summer is one of the most popular times for relocations and travel, so [...]
Why Thefts Increase During the Summer
The weather isn't the only thing that changes each season—crime does as well. Summer, in particular, is a time when certain crimes like thefts and burglaries become more prevalent. According to a report from the U.S. Department of Justice, “rates of… household crimes tended to be higher in the summer [...]
4 Security Tips for Summer Travel
The year 2021 might be the year that people desire to get out of the house for a summer vacation the most. After social distancing and other restrictions, we could all use a little relaxation. Nothing can snap you back quicker to reality than a security issue during your trip, [...]
5 Ways to Improve Rental Property Security in DFW
The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex is known for a lot of things, from Tex-Mex and cowboy hats to long commutes and unpredictable weather. It’s also known for its number of renters, as six out of every 10 people living in DFW are renting their residence instead of purchasing it. Since there [...]
Mail-In Security Kits vs. Professional Locksmith Installation
SimpliSafe. Ring. Nest. Consumers these days can easily buy a security kit online, have it shipped to their house and set it up themselves. But are these DIY options really worth it? Should you trust your home security to a product you can buy online? Let's compare these mail-in security [...]
4 Types of Smart Security Devices to Consider for Your Home or Business
Whoever said you can’t put a price on peace of mind was right. Your home and your business are where you feel comfortable, so it only makes sense that you would want to feel safe in both of these places as well, right? That can be difficult if you’re worried [...]
