Many people assume that break-ins usually happen during the night, under the cover of darkness. But crime data and research tell a different story. The majority of household burglaries happen in broad daylight. Sixty-five percent of burglaries happen during the day, when burglars know homes are likely to be empty (The Zebra).
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When an emergency occurs, first responders often have limited information before they arrive on scene. An alarm signal may indicate that something is wrong, but it doesn’t always provide details about what is happening or what responders should expect when they get there.
Advanced Video Monitoring (AVM) helps bridge that information gap by providing real-time video verification during designated monitoring periods. By delivering additional context about an incident, AVM can help support more informed emergency response and improved situational awareness.
For millions of pet owners, leaving the house means trusting that your furry friends will be safe until you return home. Most of the time, they are totally fine, however, pets are vulnerable to household emergencies in ways that humans aren’t. Your pet can’t call 911 or understand why an alarm has been set off.
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Your security system can have the most advanced sensors, cameras, alarms, and monitoring suite to bring it all together, but if it’s unable to communicate with the monitoring center when something goes wrong, you’re in trouble.
For professionally monitored commercial security systems reliable communication with the monitoring center is essential. When an alarm is triggered, the system must be able to transmit the signal quickly so the appropriate response can begin.
When it comes to protecting your home, misinformation can lead to costly blind spots. Many homeowners still believe outdated myths about home security systems, assuming they’re too complicated, unnecessary, or only useful in certain situations.
The reality is that modern security systems do much more than sound an alarm during a break-in. Here are some of the most common misconceptions about home security, and the truth behind them.
Choosing a commercial security provider is one of the most important decisions you will make for your business. Not all security companies are built equally, and this is something to watch out for as you’re shopping for a security company to use. The good ones, for example, should offer transparency around monitoring, service, and system ownership, as well as ongoing support.
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As the weather warms up, daily routines start to shift. Windows are opened to let in fresh air, garage doors stay up a little longer, and more time is spent outdoors. It’s one of the best parts of the season, but it also creates new opportunities for security risks.
Property crime tends to increase in the spring and summer months, often driven by simple, preventable situations. Understanding where vulnerabilities come from and how to address them can help you stay protected as the seasons change.
Managing security for one location is hard enough, but when you find yourself responsible for multiple sites spread across different cities or states, the complexity starts to multiply. Multi-location businesses face challenges that standalone businesses do not. You need to determine how to maintain systems and consistent protection when you can’t be at every location.
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Many homeowners assume their alarm system will keep working as long as it turns on and off without issue. But like most technology, security systems don’t last forever.
If your system is more than 10 years old, it may still function day to day, but that doesn’t mean all components are providing optimal protection. Over time, both the hardware and the way your system communicates can become outdated, increasing the risk of missed signals or delayed response.
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Historic homes are common throughout Massachusetts, from colonial-era houses to early 20th-century properties full of irreplaceable original detail and craftsmanship. These homes carry real character, but they also come with unique challenges when it comes to security. Modern systems aren’t always designed with older construction or preservation rules in mind. Fortunately, today’s technology makes it possible to protect these homes effectively without compromising the features that make them special.
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