The Smart Security Blog

Free security and life safety tips rom your friends at GuardMe, A Brinks Home Security Dealer.

Tips for Burglar-Proofing Your Front Door

December 6, 2017

Because statistics show that burglars often enter a home through the front or back access doors, decreasing your doors’ vulnerability is important.

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Fire Safety is Important During the Holidays

December 1, 2017

From candles being lit to baking your Christmas ham, the holidays involve the risk of fire in your home. Keep your home safe by taking the time to prepare and implement a few additional safety tips this holiday season:

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Why Smart Video Doorbells are an Advantage to Home Security

November 24, 2017

The video doorbell, makes the traditional doorbell seem like something out of the Dark Ages. So, why are smart video doorbells an advantage to home security? We’ll tell you.

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Peep Hole Vs Video Doorbell, Who Wins?

November 20, 2017

If peep holes and video doorbells were superheroes, who’d win? We won’t get into any DC vs. Marvel comparison shenanigans but, in this case there is a clear winner. Your front door is the entryway into your universe and the entryway to guests as well as an entry point for some pretty gnarly villains. It…

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Smart and Simple Steps to Prepare for Winter

November 14, 2017

Winter is beautiful but comes with a set of risks. Wind chill can cause frostbite; freezing rain can cause road hazards; and Nor’easters can cause more damage than hurricanes. Now is the best time to prepare for those potential hazards.

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The Subtle Dangers of CO and How To Avoid Them

November 9, 2017

Unlike smoke or natural gas, carbon monoxide is colorless and odorless, but it is just as poisonous. Here’s how to avoid being a victim.

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Alarm Panels: How Often Should the Password Be Changed?

November 7, 2017

These days, we need passwords or PIN numbers for everything from websites and bank accounts to home security codes. It can get difficult trying to remember so many different passwords, so many people are reluctant to change them very often, if at all.Some people change them frequently but struggle to keep track of all the…

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A Home Safety Guide for Older Residents

October 26, 2017

Falls are by far the most common injury older adults encounter, with fires being a close second. Just by taking the time to walk around the house and identify potential hazards, you could save your life or the life of an aging loved one.

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Home Security for Your Rental Property

October 24, 2017

According to the National Crime Prevention Council, rental properties are 85 percent more likely to encounter a home invasion. Therefore, you cannot rely on the property manager having changed the locks as your only level of security.

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DIY Home Security Should Not Be An Option

October 15, 2017

While there are some instances where DIY can pay off, home security is never one of them. In fact, installing or creating your own home security system could actually put you and your loved ones at greater risk.

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