When we think of fire safety and fire prevention some things automatically come to mind, like having smoke detectors or practicing an escape plan. While those are valuable and lifesaving practices, it is also important to consider if there are additional ways we could improve our fire safety and prevention plans. One incredible but under-utilized tool in fire safety, prevention, and management is home automation.

You can find standard, stand-alone fire and CO detectors and alarms in every home improvement and department store. You can find them in homes all across America. They must be a highly effective option, right? The truth is they are not as effective as you may think and may provide you more peace of mind than actual safety. As you consider your home security options

We are just now sending the children off to school, but we can already feel the nip in the air. Winter is just around the corner and will be here before we know it. While we consider if it is finally time to pull out our favorite seaters, it is also time to consider one of winter’s subtle dangers—carbon monoxide. What is Carbon Monoxide? Carbon

When it comes to your home security and home automation system, application integration is more than a convenience; it empowers technological excellence. Why? Because with application integration, your system gains intelligence from multiple sources to really “get” you and respond accordingly. With application integration you can connect your entire system, and the more you connect, the more your home can do for you. To get

Where would we be without windows? Windows give us light, a view of the outdoors, and make rooms feel spacious and airy. They also provide a point of serious vulnerability when we are thinking about our security. In addition to the obvious fact that windows are made of glass which is breakable, windows are also often obscured by trees or bushes which provide ready cover

Bringing home a new baby is a moment filled with joy and so much anticipation about the future. We work for months getting the nursery just so, with the right crib and bedding and all the right colors. It is natural to want things to be “just right” for our newest bundle of joy, including securing the safety of our home. When we welcome a