It happened again in May 2015. Another alleged porch pirate was caught on video surveillance pilfering in Chicago. That time it took place in Bucktown but as other news stories have shown us, it can literally happen anywhere in the Windy City. Case in point, last Christmas there were a rash of porch pirating incidents on the North Side. As result, we wanted to share our Chicago security company’s tips for stopping porch pirates in their tracks: Listen to the…
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Why a Dog Shouldn’t be your Only Source of Chicago Home Security
A dog can not only provide you with a sense of security, but companionship as well. Even so, a guard dog should not be your only form of Chicago home security for a number of reasons and here are just a few of them for you: #1. Your home is unprotected if you ever need to kennel your dog When going on vacation, it’s not possible to leave your dog at home alone. Placing your dog in a kennel leaves…
Factors to Evaluate with Overall Home Security
For many homeowners, the security of their home is a primary consideration, especially in the case of having young children. While installing a home security system is a typical response in terms of addressing these concerns, there are a lot of other factors to evaluate which contribute to your home’s overall safety profile. Obvious Signs of an Uninhabited Home Some obvious signs of an uninhabited home might include lights that are on around the clock, uncollected mail or newspapers and…
Comparing Illinois Home Security Service Providers
Comparing providers of Illinois home security is an essential part of installing a security system and selecting around the clock monitoring service. Although many homeowners may be on the fence about the effectiveness and value of an installed system and monthly monitoring system, they can provide peace of mind when away on a long trip or while inhabiting the household. Accountability and Trustworthiness Keep in mind the importance of accountability and trustworthiness when setting up a home security system installation….
Home Security and Personal Safety For the 21st Century
Between school or work schedules, errands, and other appointments, you are always on the run, coming and going from one central point—your home. Your home is there for you when you wake, and keeps you safe at night. Make home security a top priority as a way to say, “Thanks for being the roof over my head.” Lock Doors & Warn Perpetrators This may seem obvious, but leaving doors unlocked makes it easier for burglars and other home invaders to…
3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Be Living Without Home Security
Most people today have a home security system, but if you are someone without it, then you should seriously consider it for your home. There are many huge advantages of excellent home security and this post will discuss some of them. Let’s talk about three reasons why you shouldn’t be living without it. It Watches Out For The Kids No one should be without home security, but people with children should definitely not be without it. When you have…
The Weather is Warming Up, Be Prepared!
With the winter snow melted away it’s time to think about ways to protect yourself with the upcoming warm weather. Though the number of burglaries has been on a steady decline since the 1970’s it is still a major concern. Even with the decreasing numbers a burglary occurs every 14.4 seconds in the United States [source: Bureau of Justice Statistics]. With this statistic it’s time to make sure you keep unwanted intruders out of your home this upcoming season. With…
Home Security Chicago: Why your Home should Contain Multiple Locks
When it comes to home security in Chicago, having the right locks are essential! It is obvious, but many don’t follow the logic that multiple locks are better than just one lock. Here are a few reasons why your home needs more than just one lock on each entryway. #1. Acts As a Crime Deterrent Burglars tend to choose homes that have inadequate security because they require less effort to break into. If an intruder notices more than one lock,…
Home Security Tips to Consider when Moving
When moving into a new home, one of your biggest concerns is probably home security. Planning how to be safe in your new home is something you can do even before you move. Here are some tips you can use while moving to help ensure your family’s safety. Research your Neighborhood Prior to your move, you should find out as much as possible about your new neighborhood. Sites such as Neighborhood Scout provide information about crime in different neighborhoods, so…
Home Security in Illinois should Include your Home Office
When most people think of home security in Illinois, they fail to consider their home office. Just as a commercial office needs securing, your home office should also have the right locks to keep everything inside it safe. Here are some security considerations you should keep in mind for your own home office. File Security If you regularly collect sensitive information, you may already think it’s secure just because it is inside your home. Even so, it’s important to protect…