12 Important Holiday Safety & Security Tips
Make sure all your holiday memories are good ones with these security tips:
- A beautifully decorated tree is the centerpiece of so many front-facing windows, but showcasing all the presents under that tree is tempting to burglars.
- New electronics are exciting – for family and burglars alike; large empty boxes for that new big screen or computer left on your curb are inadvertent advertisements for the goodies inside your home.
- Light up your home, inside and out – burglars hate well-lit areas.
- Remember that many would-be burglars are opportunists; don’t leave any tools or ladders outside that could be easily stolen or re-purposed to aid a burglar break into your home.
- An undisturbed snow covered driveway lasting more than a day is an easy giveaway that you are away from home. Team up with neighbors and ask them to leave tire tracks while you’re away.
Traveling during the holidays?
- Security systems with integrated home automation can make your empty home look lived in occupied with automatic lighting schedules as well as live remote access to your TV and stereo systems for ambient sound.
- Social Media is a great way to let friends and extended family know exactly where you are. Unfortunately, burglars use this information as well. Be thoughtful about broadcasting when your home is vacant.
- Of course, arm your alarm system before you leave.
- Update your vacation call list with us before you leave at by calling our office at 410-546-2210. Now you can also update your call list using a secure form on our website. Be sure to let us know the exact dates and times you would like temporary changes to be in effect. Click here to change your notifications.
Candle Safety Reminders
Candles are pretty and popular during the holidays but they are a leading cause of home fires – and home fire deaths. U.S. fire departments recently responded to an estimated 11,640 home structure fires started by candles.
Remember, a candle is an open flame, which means that it can easily ignite anything that can burn.
- Blow out all candles when you leave the room or go to bed. Avoid the use of candles in the bedroom and other areas where people may fall asleep.
- Keep candles at least 12 inches away from anything that can burn.
- Think about using flameless candles in your home. They look and smell like real candles.
Read the full list of candle safety tips from the NFPA.
About Alarm Engineering
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