The Smart Security Blog

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

Personal Safety Tips While Living Alone

October 7, 2017

The one problem of living by yourself is safety, because as the saying goes, there’s safety in numbers. Living alone, however, can be very safe with a little planning and care.

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Increase the Value of Your Home and Get Top Dollar

October 3, 2017

As your biggest investment, you should always be on the lookout for ways to increase your home’s value. There are certain projects and upgrades you can do on your house, ranging from minimal cost to a significant upfront investment.

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How A Light Bulb Can Ruin Your Life

September 20, 2017

Any kind of light bulbs, from fluorescent to incandescent to halogen, can cause fires if they are not used correctly. Here are the specific features on common household light bulbs that can potentially lead to fire.

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Shady Neighbor? See Something…Say Something.

September 18, 2017

Here are some possible consequences of “minding your own business” too much, specifically when you believe your neighbor is committing an ongoing crime.

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What Happens to My Home Security System During a Power Outage?

September 11, 2017

A power outage is a hassle for you and a golden opportunity for burglars. These outages give burglars a chance to take advantage of homes they would otherwise avoid when the power is on. Not all security systems are vulnerable to power outages and depending on the type you have, your home may remain secure regardless if the lights are out.

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The Top 3 Items That A Burglar Wants From Your Home

September 8, 2017

There are plenty of official government statistics that show us exactly what burglars want, and common sense backs it up. Here are the items that burglars want the most…

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How to Avoid Being Struck by Lightning

September 4, 2017

With stormy seasons and even hurricanes raging in many of our service areas, we want to take this time to address how to avoid being struck by lightning – and we want to do it with the sincerity and seriousness it deserves.

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Home Automation and the Benefits of Helping with Special Needs

August 23, 2017

When most people think of home automation, they think of the advantages such as convenience and saving time, energy, and money. While those are real advantages, for families with individuals with special needs or physical limitations, home automation can mean much more. In some cases, it can even be a game changing and lifesaving difference.…

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Home Automation Tips for New Moms

August 17, 2017

Being a new mom, or being a veteran mom with a newborn can be a real challenge. Having a baby is a joyous occasion, but it is also a time filled with sleep deprivation and pressures of adjusting all of the rest of life to accommodate and adapt to this new life. For sure, it…

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Just How Smart Can a Front Door Be?

August 14, 2017

Have you ever wondered just how “smart” you can make something as simple as your front door?

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