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Seven Security Flaws In Your Home That You May Not Be Aware Of

By: Sean O’Leary Most people take precautions to secure their homes. Alarm systems, locks, surveillance cameras and other security services are definitely good ways to protect your property. However, there are likely several weak points and security flaws in your home that you’ve never even thought about. Securing these weak points is vital to the safety of your home.Your Garage Always secure your garage. This is especially true if you can enter your home from within the garage, but it’s important in every home, regardless of the layout. Not only can burglars use your garage to enter your home, but they can also find tools inside. It’s much easier to break into a house if you have a hammer or a ladder, so lock your garage securely! Your Lock The quality of the lock on your door goes a long way to protecting your property. Many burglars enter homes through the front door, so it’s important to invest in a strong lock. Dead bolts are the best choice. Your Back Door Don’t just focus on the front door. The back door and any side doors need just as much attention. These doors are likely less visible from the street, so burglars will be able to spend more time trying to open them. The same goes for your gate or sliding door to your deck. All of these doors require proper locks and possibly bars or gates. Your Lighting Lighting is your friend and a burglar’s enemy. No one wants to be seen commiting a crime, so installing motion-activated lighting around your home and your property can save your house. Don’t forget to add lighting around your garage, your driveway and any other landscaping features. Criminals often use these places to hide. Your Basement Windows A basement window can be an easy entry point for a burglar. Adding security bars can eliminate this option for criminals. Remember, when installing security bars, make sure you have bars that can be easily removed from the inside in case of fire. The Second Floor Many people forget about securing the second floor of their homes. The problem is that criminals can use ladders or ledges to break in to the windows on the second floor. These should always be secured. Your Alarm System Is your alarm system adequate for your protection? Is it tested regularly? Are there any areas that are not covered? It’s important to inspect your alarm system regularly and to keep an eye out for new technologies that can improve your protection! To schedule a free security consultation with one of our loss prevention experts, please contact us today!

Did You Know? There were over 9 million property crimes in the United States in 2009. (Source: FBI)

How To Avoid Being Mugged

Being mugged is a terrifying experience. There is usually physical confrontation, you feel helpless and scared and the assault costs you some of your personal property. While there is no way to ensure that you will never be mugged, there are a few things you can do to reduce the chance. Look Confident Carry yourself with your head up and your shoulders back and walk at a good pace. Keep Your Eyes On The Crowd Get into the routine of surveying those around you at all times. This is not to say that you should be paranoid, but it’s important to know who is nearby. If a person or group seems dangerous, casually avoid them. Protect Your Valuables Keep jewellery, money and other valuables close to your body and protected from others. This includes your purse or wallet. Waving a purse around carelessly is a good way to get it stolen. Consider placing your wallet in your front pocket. It’s tougher for someone to steal it there than in your back pocket. Be Focused Even if you are lost or in an unknown area, looking confused or panicked my make you a target. Maintain your composure at all times. Avoid Being Alone and Isolated Stick to more crowded routes or walk with a friend. If you simply must walk alone, have a cell phone handy to call for help.

Regularly Testing Your Alarm System Is Vital

Having an alarm system is an excellent way to keep your home safe. However, your alarm system can only protect you if it is functioning properly.Make sure to test your alarm system regularly. Some monitored alarm systems are frequently tested by the alarm system monitoring station that watches them, but you may want to conduct your own testing as well. You will want to consult your manual for specific instructions, but here is how you can test your DSC alarm system from home. If you would like to verify that your Power, battery and siren are fully functioning, you can perform a local system test in the user menu section of your alarm system. Press [*][6] followed by your 4 digit master code and press [4]. The panel will perform the following; activate the Siren, keypad buzzer and all keypad status lights for 2 seconds, test the backup battery and transmit a reporting code to the central station.

Client Spotlight: Architech Solutions

Architech Solutions is a software development firm in downtown Toronto. The company works to help businesses understand the challenges they face, determine how technology can help and provide software solutions to meet their needs. Major clients include Rogers, Bell, Walmart and the Heart & Stroke Foundation. When the company moved into its new offices, they installed a SafeTech alarm system. The system keeps the company’s downtown offices protected and secure at all times. David Suydam, Architech Solutions Toronto, Ontario http://www.architech.ca 416-607-5618

SafeTech’s City Crime Report Available

Protect yourself! Find out where and what type of crime is happening in your neighbourhood and your city with SafeTech’s 2010 City Crime Report. Use the 2010 City Crime Report to:
  • Determine exactly where crime is happening in Canada
  • Examine the types of crime taking place in your region and across the country
  • Compare different areas of the country on several different types of crime
  • Recognize the severity and likelihood of crime taking place in your city
  • Understand the overall crime situation in this country
Crime statistics vary drastically across the country and only by knowing the information for your region can you properly protect yourself, your family and your possessions. SafeTech Alarm Systems has been protecting people and property for over 20 years. We have compiled crime statistics from across Canada, broken them down by province and city and presented them in a straightforward manner that will help keep you safe!To receive a free copy of SafeTech Alarm Systems’ Canadian City Crime Report, please click here.

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