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Download the Manuals Anytime

May 15th, 2012 | Posted by KristenM in Home Security Systems - (0 Comments)

protect homeSecurassure is continually looking to make your life easier, simpler, and of course safer. While ADT has always provided simple to use home alarms, many still come with a ton of additional features that you might not know how to navigate. Of course the technician is going to explain everything before leaving to make sure you know how to operate the alarm. But trying to remember everything in the crash course isn’t always possible.

I remember using my own family’s home security alarm when I was still living at home. Sometimes I wanted to only alarm certain portions of the house and I couldn’t always remember how to do it. And trying to find the manual for it? Near impossible. Luckily if you ever forget how to do something or want an in-depth read about the other features, you can visit Securassure’s website and download the manual for your alarm.

This is incredibly convenient and it also means you do not have to waste time calling up Customer Service to have your questions answered. Although, they would be more than happy to assist you with anything that you need. Save some trees and keep it right on your desktop so you can quickly view the instructions any time you need.

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A Battery Backup Included

May 8th, 2012 | Posted by KristenM in Home Security Systems - (0 Comments)

home securityAlthough we’re just getting into spring, summer is just around the corner. And with summer comes a lot of blackouts. With everyone blasting air conditioners, it’s no wonder power outages are frequent. Then add to that some crazy thunderstorms and hurricanes later on towards fall. In my old neighborhood we were just very susceptible to them, losing power was a common occurrence.

So with that in mind, how can one feel safe about his home security system when the power goes out? Doesn’t that mean a thief could easily break in and the police or alarm company wouldn’t be notified? Well that might be true if you choose other burglar alarm systems, but not with ADT and Securassure. A battery backup is a standard feature on every single alarm system sold. There is no additional fee. It’s just one of many features, actually, that come automatically with the ADT alarm systems. If there is a natural disaster or the telephone company blows a couple of fuses, your family will remain well-protected.

To learn more about the great features on these alarm systems, visit Securassure.ca. You can’t put a price on the safety of your family. An alarm system is an investment in the security of your family.

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Add-On Features: Glass Break Detection

April 27th, 2012 | Posted by KristenM in Home Security Systems - (0 Comments)

burglar alarmsHome security systems are doing a lot more than just detecting open doors and windows these days. The home alarm systems offered by Securassure come with many great add-on features that might be worthwhile for your home. Everyone just assumes burglars are going to pick the lock of the front door or look for windows that have been left unlocked. While some will undoubtedly use such methods, others aren’t going to care so much about slipping into your home without notice. Some might literally break down the door or smash through a window.

Breaking a glass window takes a lot less effort than trying to pick the front door lock. What do they care if they break the window? It’s easier access for them. But what if you don’t have every single window hooked up to the alarm? One great additional feature to put on your system is glass break detection. Using digital sound analysis, the sensor can detect the sound of breaking glass up to 25 feet away! That will certainly stop a burglar dead in his tracks.

While you might be worried about added costs, can you really put a price on the safety of your family? Add these feature to your system and rest peacefully knowing every inch of your home is covered.

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Make Your Home Security Alarm Obvious

April 23rd, 2012 | Posted by ChristineM in Home Security Systems - (0 Comments)

Installing a home security alarm is a great step in protecting your home. But the problem is that when a person tries to break in and the alarm goes off, they may still have the time to get away with something valuable. Many people worry about the aesthetic of their home and therefore don’t display any sign that they have a security alarm system, but they should.

If a burglar doesn’t realize you have a home security alarm, they are going to attempt to get in. And once in, they may still go for items even if your alarm goes off. But if you  make sure to add the sign or sticker that comes with your system to the front of your home, to warn people, it will deter them from even trying in the first place, which is the best case scenario. You want to make it obvious there’s an alarm installed, from the moment someone can see the front door of your home.

So don’t worry about what it’ll do for your home’s appearance, worry about what it’ll do to keep your home protected. You’ll be much happier to know you’re safe, even if it sacrifices the look of your front door.

The Importance of Instant Communication With Your Home Security System

April 17th, 2012 | Posted by ChristineM in Home Security Systems - (0 Comments)

When you set up a home security system, it’s not just about having an alarm to let you know if someone has broken in. You need a way to communicate with someone if something should happen. An alarm set off will then alert the company you are set up with to call the police and have them come to your home, but you should also have the capability to speak to someone yourself.

The home security systems that SecurAssure offers are ones with 24/7 communication, so if anything should happen, you can speak to someone. You may be in a situation where you don’t just need the police to come, but an ambulance. Or it may be that you or someone in the family accidentally tripped the alarm and you need to let someone know that everything is OK and they don’t need to send anybody over.

Communication is key in feeling truly secure. That way you know if anything happens and you need to speak to someone, you can. There’s something reassuring in that fact, that will make both you and your family feel better. Having a way to contact the outside immediately when it’s most necessary is just as important to your security as a deadbolt and key.

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Home Security Tips For Your Lock and Key

April 9th, 2012 | Posted by ChristineM in Home Security Systems - (0 Comments)

When it comes to your home security, you need to make sure to take steps to really protect yourself, your family, and your belongings. And that includes taking the time to really be secure about the biggest thing keeping someone out of your home: the lock and key for your front door.

The first step you should take when moving into a new home is to change the locks. Why? Well, not only does the realtor possibly still have a copy of the keys, but the old owner may too. And you don’t know who else may have gotten their hands on a copy. You don’t want to find that someone can just let himself into your home.

If you should ever lose your keys, you should change your locks immediately. Sure, there’s a chance that no one will pick them up or won’t know where you live. But you always risk the chance of a break in, especially if you lose them in a place where people do know where you live. Sadly, the highest percentage of burglaries are committed by people who knew the home owners.

And if the home security alarm attached to your front door often goes off on its own, make sure to get it fixed as soon as possible and let your neighbors know. Otherwise, they may ignore the alarm if they are used to it going off constantly by accident.

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Home Security Systems Make Protecting Your Home Much Easier

April 2nd, 2012 | Posted by ChristineM in Home Security Systems - (0 Comments)

Only so many years ago, protecting your home was a bit trickier. You didn’t have the beauty of home security systems to make things easier.  You had to rely on the locks on your doors and windows and just be vigilant. You had to make sure you didn’t talk about the things you owned to the wrong people, or that people didn’t know when you were leaving your home to head out somewhere for an extended period of time.

Granted, you should follow all these rules now as well. But when you have home security systems installed, the technology really makes you feel so much more at ease. And ever since their use, the amount of burglaries is far less today than it was a few decades ago. The combination of security has really done a lot to benefit home owners and keep everything they own safe. And even more importantly, keep their family safe, which is more valuable than anything else.

So think about how great it is to live in the now, where you have the technological know-how to make things just a little bit more safe. What would you do without an alarm system? Probably worry far more than you do now!

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You Can’t Rely On a Security Alarm System Alone

March 26th, 2012 | Posted by ChristineM in Home Security Systems - (0 Comments)

While home security systems for your home are a fantastic investment, it does not mean you can be lax with other areas of your home’s security. You need to still make sure that you take care of everything else, like locking windows and doors and being vigilant with keeping curtains drawn and valuables out of sight from the outside.

Too often people feel as though once they install a burglar alarm, they can forget about everything else.  They get this false sense of perfect security and unfortunately, it doesn’t work like that. While an alarm system is a huge benefit and helps to protect your things as well as your family, you can’t rely on it to be the only line of defense. It’s very possible its batteries could run out, or a smart burglar could know how to disarm it, so you need to stop them from even getting inside in the first place.

Be vigilant about teaching your kids about security as well. Make sure everyone in the home is well aware of how to take care of all access points of the house, where extra keys may be in case they, themselves, get locked out, and how to arm and disarm the alarm properly.

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The Very First Home Security Alarm System

March 19th, 2012 | Posted by ChristineM in Home Security Systems - (0 Comments)

We don’t think much about it today, but everything we use had to have come from somewhere. There had to be a first of everything and many of these inventions are famous knowledge. The first light bulb, the first radio, the first computer. But what about the first home security alarm system?

The first security system was created in 1966 by a woman named  Marie Van Brittan Brown and her husband, Albert. They created this system in Jamaica, Queens in New York City. It was in response to people being worried about the rise of crime and  break ins.  It could be set up anywhere on property and  had four peep holes and a camera that could move and capture images through any of these holes.  She even had plans to create a mechanism where people could unlock their doors with a remote control.

Her invention revolutionized the market for home security.  It led to bigger, better systems that were more durable, easier to set up and more cost effective. In turn, we have the sort of home security systems available today, all because of one woman who had a great idea. So the next time you set the alarm when heading out of the house, think about Mrs. Brown!

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Keeping Home Security Equipment Safe From Damage

March 12th, 2012 | Posted by ChristineM in Home Security Systems - (0 Comments)

Home security equipment is expensive, but worth it to make sure everyone and everything in your home is safe. However, the equipment can also be fragile and you have to be sure to take care of it. Electronics in general aren’t made to be exposed to certain things, but this kind of high tech system can be even a bit more fragile than your smartphone.

For outdoor security cameras, you need to be sure they are away from any moisture or water and that if it rains, they won’t be directly hit. You can be sure of this by placing them under awnings or keeping them  covered. Placing some indoor cameras that face outward is another great way to avoid storm damage.

With home security equipment like alarms, be sure to never spill liquid or let too much dirt, which can clog up the buttons or you’ll find yourself having a hard time typing in the password to arm and disarm it. You also want to make sure it’s set high enough on the wall that it won’t be reached by kids, who may accidentally break something if they aren’t careful.

Take good care of your equipment and it’ll take good care of you.