Benefits of Programmable Thermostats
Wouldn’t it be great to come home every day to a house that is just the right temperature no matter whether it is the “dog days” of summer, or during the deep freeze of winter? With today’s technology it is not only possible, but it is getting more and more…
Lighting for Safety
Did you know that in the United States a home burglary occurs every 14.6 seconds? That means over 2 million reported burglaries a year! Locally, Massachusetts has 36,533 (5.55 per thousand) burglaries annually according to the website Neighborhood Scout. While these numbers are alarming, there are things that every homeowner…
Fire Prevention
Did you know that United States fire departments respond to fires every 63 seconds and that every year there are more than one million fires reported across the nation? These are scary numbers but there are steps that you can take to protect your home and business from becoming one…
Safety for Kids Home Alone
For every family the time comes when the children have reached the age and are responsible enough to leave at home, either while parents are at work or for a short while after school. There are so many things to consider if this is the case in your home. For…
Top Tips for Vacation Security
Finally summer is in full swing and families are ready for much anticipated and well-deserved vacations. In fact, many families have probably been planning for vacation for the whole year. Planning most likely included choosing a destination, finding a place to stay and deciding on the activities to do while…
How to be Safe In Your Apartment: Heat & Fire
Apartment fire are much more common than we all might like to think, which is a little frightening to think about. Whether your residence is a single-family home or an apartment, it’s important to take the calm and proper steps that can save your life. The majority of fire are…
How video surveillance can help reduce theft in your store
In any business, there is always that inevitable problem: theft. Some data suggest surveillance of employees in small business can boost productivity and profits. Allowing you to stay in control of dishonest claims, maintain the safety in your work environment and allowing you, as the manager, to spend more…