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How to Choose a Home Security Provider on Long Island

Published 03/06/2024 by General Security

Key points to consider: Assess home security needs by considering family schedules, neighborhood concerns, and desired system features.

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Pros & Cons of Installing Your Own Home Alarm System

Published 01/08/2024 by General Security

You may still be wondering whether a do-it-yourself (DIY) home alarm system is right for you. A major component of that equation revolves around questions of installation. With advancements in home alarm technology, ...

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Smart Safety Devices to Protect Your Family & Home

Published 12/11/2023 by General Security

When was the last time you thought about fire and safety protection for your family and home? It’s a vitally important consideration. Simply put: Smart devices such as carbon monoxide detectors, smoke alarms, and flood ...

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Top 5 Fire Prevention Tips for Commercial Businesses

Published 11/03/2023 by General Security

When was the last time you thought about—or revisited—your organization’s fire safety and evacuation plan? In 2020, a whopping 16,500 fires blazed through offices and retail stores, causing a devastating $932 million in ...

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10 Beneficial Smart Home Features for Back-to-School Season

Published 09/12/2023 by General Security

Editor’s Note: This blog post was originally published in September 2018 and has been revised to reflect industry updates. As summer days shift toward the cooler and shorter fall season, many families are returning to ...

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Wired vs. Wireless Security Cameras: Pros & Cons

Published 08/04/2023 by General Security

Editor’s Note: This blog post was originally published in December 2019 and has been revised to reflect industry updates. Designed to protect your loved ones, home and property, wired and wireless security cameras each ...

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10 Benefits of Smart Home Technology

Published 07/13/2023 by General Security

Editor’s Note: This blog post was originally published in January 2019 and has been revised to reflect industry updates. Smart technologies are being utilized more and more within homes, for a number of reasons. Whether ...

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7 Ways to Improve Your Home Security on a Budget

Published 06/16/2023 by General Security

As property crime rates steadily increase throughout the United States, more and more homeowners are seeking additional methods to safeguard their loved ones and property. Several such strategies include utilizing ...

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5 Advantages of a Keycard Entry System

Published 05/31/2023 by General Security

Editor’s Note: This blog was originally published in September 2020 and has been revised to reflect industry updates. Keycard entry systems are instrumental in securing and providing access to a commercial facility’s ...

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