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What to Consider when Selecting a Business Security System

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Selecting a security system for your business is not as straightforward as you may think. If you live in a location where there are several different options, you will need to do some research to find out which provider is right for your needs. After all, their ability and technology are going to determine how safe and secure your business is. Some of the top things to keep in mind can be found here.

Is the security company reputable?
Any reputable security company will have a significant amount of positive feedback from previous customers. This can be in […]

Have You Been Making these All-too-Common Home Security Mistakes?

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Home Security

There is no question that a quality home security system can offer great protection; however, even the most modern and advanced system is not able to totally override human error. For homeowners who want to keep burglars at bay, they should do the following to avoid some of the most common security mistakes, which have been highlighted here.

Allowing mail and newspapers to pile up. If you let your newspapers pile up in your driveway or on your porch for several days, it is a clear indication no one is at home. Ask a neighbor, friend or even […]

Business Security Tips: Common Tactics Used by Shoplifters

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Commercial Security

Believe it or not, each year, businesses all across the U.S. lose a significant amount of money due to shoplifting. If you have a retail store, you are likely painfully aware of this fact.

While there is no way to completely eliminate shoplifting, there are ways you can prevent these nefarious individuals from taking advantage of the five-finger discount.

The absolute best way to prevent shoplifting in your store is to stop it before anything is stolen. While this is easier said than done, there are some methods that will allow you to get the upper hand regarding […]

Where You Should – and Should Not – Hide Your Keys

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Home Security

There is no question that it is smart to make a spare key for your home and stow it away somewhere on your property in case someone becomes unexpectedly locked out. However, there are a number of good places to consider hiding a spare key, as well as a few that should be avoided. Knowing what these locations are can help a homeowner keep their home safe, while also having access to it if they become locked out.

The Absolute Worst Places to Hide a Key

Some of the places to avoid hiding your spare key at all […]