Do Phony Home Security Cameras Work?

Maybe you know somebody who claims his house was never broken into because he mounted fake security cameras: little decoys that look like real video cameras, but are not even close to being working recording devices. Experienced burglars can spot a phony camera immediately. Here’s what you need to know…

12 Tips To Prevent Accidental Fires Over the Holidays

The holidays are formally underway, and that means it’s time to talk about keeping your home safe from holiday-related fire risks. There are also some ways you can work alongside your smart home security system to have a safer holiday season. First, though, here are some cautionary facts regarding holiday fire safety:

5 Tips To Foil The Cat Burglar This Holiday Season

As the song says, it’s the most wonderful time of the year. But unfortunately, it’s not without any worries; that’s why you want to learn the ways your security system can help you beat the security-related concerns, and keep them at arm’s length even after the holidays are over. Here are some examples of seasonal threats you can neutralize with your system. 

Home Automation For the Holidays

With home automation, you really can be home for the holidays and enjoy every moment of it. Smart technologies are more than just a convenience, they are a way to help manage a multitude of time-sucking, stress inducing details that can take the fun right out of the festivities. Here are some great ways that home automation can keep the season merry.