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Being Safe at College

/by American Alarm Blogging Team

Campus Security Help BoxBeing a parent of a graduating High School student is stressful enough. Parents and students alike have a lot on their minds with applying to colleges and end of school year activities. One thing to keep in mind when evaluating schools is once there how you can make sure your child will be safe on campus. Being fully aware of the security and safety programs their chosen school offers is crucial. Awareness is the key to preventing most campus related crime. As students enter a new environment for the next chapter in their education it is important that they become familiar with how their college manages security on campus. Read more →

New Video: Code Your Home Security System Tonight for the Easter Bunny

/by American Alarm Blogging Team

While your family sleeps, he slinks about, leaving candy and toys in pastel colors beneath cellophane wrapping. Then his furry feet pad out of your door again, with no trace of his being there. But with more families concerned about protecting themselves from home invaders, is it a matter of time before our beloved Easter Bunny finds himself captured under the bright lights and blaring sound of your home security system? Read more →

How Fire Alarm Systems Save Lives and Millions in Property Damage

/by American Alarm Blogging Team

Fire Alarm Systems Save Lives and CostsCommercial real estate fires can be deadly. With the right fire alarm system, a building’s infrastructure can save lives and millions in property damage. The Union Point building that burnt down this past fall is an example of how extensive fire damage can be without an alarm system. The 4-story condominium was in development and not occupied. Because of this, there was no code required sprinkler system and fire alarm system that would mitigate the spread and alert officials. The fire that broke out in the early morning hours spread and was difficult for firefighters to put out. As a result, the building was destroyed and had to be rebuilt, costing the construction company millions in damages. Read more →

Enhanced Access Control for Your Building Means Fewer Break-Ins

/by American Alarm Blogging Team

Commercial Real Estate SecurityWhether it’s an office, school or apartment building, secure access control is a concern for everyone. For property owners, the responsibility of keeping residents and property safe from criminals is a top priority. Surprisingly, most burglars choose the most obvious and simple ways to break in. The most common time for a break in to happen is between 10 am and 3 pm and they usually go right through the front door. If they are bold enough to do that in broad daylight, they probably have no reservations about sneaking through the gate of a complex. Read more →

Is Your Commercial Real Estate’s Security System Future Ready?

/by American Alarm Blogging Team

Much like how technology is impacting the lives of consumers, commercial real estate (CRE) is also experiencing a digital transformation of sorts. Today, consumer technology is advancing at such a rapid pace that CRE accommodations like connectivity, quality of life and security must also advance. 

According to a recent Deloitte Market Report, to remain competitive or even leapfrog your competition, CRE companies must make their physical space future-ready. Here are the top three focus areas that will make the biggest impact:

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How to Protect Your Business from Social Engineering

/by American Alarm Blogging Team

What is social engineering? Social engineering is the act of psychological manipulation of people into performing specific acts (breaking normal security procedures). It is used in over sixty-six percent of all attacks by hackers whether it’s warranty exploitation or attempting to breach company data. According to the FBI, social engineering scams have cost U.S. businesses 1.6 billion since 2013. A couple types of social engineering attacks are called phishing and pretexting. Read more →

Tips to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning during the Cold New England Winter

/by American Alarm Blogging Team

Often called the “silent killer,” carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that can be fatal in high concentrations. Every year, more than 400 people in the United States die from accidental non-fire related CO poisoning, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Carbon monoxide is a byproduct of burning oil, gas, wood, coal, pellets and kerosene. The only way to tell that carbon monoxide is present is to have a working CO alarm. At lower concentrations, victims may experience such symptoms as a headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, chest pain and confusion.

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Our Best Business and Home Security Stories of 2017

/by American Alarm Blogging Team

Best Home and Business Security Stories of 2017All of us at American Alarm would like to wish our readers a pleasant and prosperous 2018. One thing we have been proud of in 2017 is providing our readers with solid, informative security related content throughout the year.

Here are some of our favorite stories from the past year. We hope you continue reading to stay abreast of best security practices for 2018. Read more →

How to Unfreeze Pipes and Prevent Commercial and Residential Water Hazards

/by American Alarm Blogging Team

The blizzard pummelling parts of the country from the Carolinas to Maine this month may be over. However, the coldest temperatures of the year are still to come in the Northeast.

Frozen or cracked pipes, broken radiators, malfunctioning furnaces, flooding and leaks are just a few of the many unwanted plumbing issues brought on by this frigid arctic air.
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How Social Media Posts Of Your Holiday Travels Can Impact Home Security

/by American Alarm Blogging Team

Social media is a great way to keep in touch with family and friends around the world, especially during the holidays. However, even though you may set the privacy settings, they can only do so much to limit what others can see and learn about you via your social networks.

According to AAA, 107.3 million Americans will take planes, trains, automobiles and other modes of transportation to travel over the river and through the woods to grandmothers’ house for the holidays.

If you’re planning to join them, be aware that using social media could put your holiday safety and home security at risk. How so? Well, your friends and family may not be the only people paying attention to your posts. Smart thieves are watching not only your house but also your social media channels.  So your Facebook live broadcast of your holiday travels, or a photo of your vacation could signal a savvy burglar that it’s safe to probe your home’s security vulnerabilities. Read more →

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