Security cameras can be key to fighting shoplifters, detecting and identifying intruders, and more. However, there are other advantages that come with high-resolution surveillance — benefits that promote return on investment for your cameras and connected solutions.
Camera footage can work in the long-term to ID criminals, and some higher-end systems include advanced analytics to count people and vehicles, ID and follow individuals, check against databases, etc. For instance, a Walgreen’s camera recorded a bold ATM theft within the Methuen, Massachusetts, store in January 2018. Read more →
Summer Vacation Safety Tips
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamThis is worth thinking about in advance. In terms of the law, each New England state has its own rules about the minimum age a child can be left alone. Read more →
Stay Safe When Offering Short Term Rentals
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamBay State short-term rentals appear to be increasingly popular. So indicates a WBUR article, citing Airbnb’s own statistics, which point to a “record year” in Massachusetts. The company claims that in Massachusetts alone, in 2018, 1.2 million people stayed in Airbnb rental sites, and hosts earned more than $256 million.
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Memorial Day Will Go Smoother with These Safety Tips
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamIdeally, if we follow the rules of the road, observe good grilling/campfire practices, and take the usual home security precautions if we should travel, we’ll do just fine. Let’s focus on two key areas: Travel and outdoor grilling. Read more →
Get Peace of Mind: Entrust Your Home Security to the Pros
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamA lot of us are very busy, driving, working, emailing, texting, and on and on. In fact, according to a Gallup poll, American adults working full time put in, on average, 47 hours per week at their jobs. If you factor in commuting and errands, this means many adults are away from their houses 10-12 hours a day. Read more →
Avoid Letting Your Dream Vacation Home Become A Nightmare
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamBecause of our usual long distance from these sites, we can’t always physically check on them in person. So, naturally, it’s reasonable to fret about your vacation home’s condition. You don’t want to have a getaway ruined when you arrive at your dream house and discover it’s been ransacked or flooded.
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Business Security Cameras: Intruder Protection-Plus
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamSecurity cameras can be key to fighting shoplifters, detecting and identifying intruders, and more. However, there are other advantages that come with high-resolution surveillance — benefits that promote return on investment for your cameras and connected solutions.
Camera footage can work in the long-term to ID criminals, and some higher-end systems include advanced analytics to count people and vehicles, ID and follow individuals, check against databases, etc. For instance, a Walgreen’s camera recorded a bold ATM theft within the Methuen, Massachusetts, store in January 2018. Read more →
How Far Must You Go to Prevent Your Home From Being Burglarized?
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamAre you relying on a security system to foil any potential home burglars? Perhaps you have a mix of protections, including cameras that monitor the premises, maybe a watchdog.
These measures may not be enough, however. A full security system — the sort that gives complete piece of mind — will include cutting-edge electronic surveillance and monitoring services.
Gaps in security have resulted in successful home invasions and burglaries in the New England area. Any unsecured home can be vulnerable — all it takes is an unattended house with an unlocked door or an open window. Read more →
Tips for Springtime Renovations
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamRenovations Coming this Spring? Don’t Take Chances
With the snow melted and weather warming, you might be thinking of renovations to your house and property. Consider a security system as part of the effort.
Why? In a project of any size there will be workmen moving in and out of your building/worksite; valuable building materials (such as copper and marble) will be left in plain sight; and so on. However, there are steps you can take to protect your worksite and belongings, and there are electronic systems designed to help you do just that. Read more →
Four Tips for Spring Security
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamAfter huddling indoors for the past three months, spring offers the chance to finally go outside and enjoy the mild weather, but it also provides an opportunity for thieves. Read more →
5 Great Tech Reasons For A Business Security Update
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamMany property/business owners buy and install security solutions and then forget all about them. As with all high tech products and services, a security solution cannot run permanently on autopilot. It needs a bit of care and tending. Read more →