When Should I Replace My Smoke Detectors?
Smoke detectors and smoke alarms are essential to keeping your home or business safe. Like most devices, they wear out with time, making it just as important to know how long they last or how often they need to be replaced. Regular maintenance, cleaning and battery changes can help…
What Are Smart Control Locks and Their Benefits?
Smart locks are unique door locks that help keep your home safe through Bluetooth and Wi-Fi-enabled controls. Many people consider these locks because they offer excellent features and benefits that cannot exist with regular locks and deadbolts. If you’re thinking about installing a smart lock to upgrade your home or…
How to Make Sure Your Pipes Don’t Freeze
Frozen water pipes are a common problem during those frigid New England winters. Freezing can cause a pipe to burst — a crack as small as 1/8″ can allow more than 250 gallons of water to escape in only one day. The flooding can result in thousands of dollars of…
How to Remove an Old Alarm System
Home security systems are crucial for keeping your property safe. It might make sense to upgrade your system from time to time, especially if your needs change or you’re interested in trying out newer features. Whatever the reason, replacing your security system requires careful consideration. Before installing a new system,…
Changing Code on Honeywell Alarm
A Honeywell alarm system protects your home from trespassers and burglars. An alarm acts as a deterrent, telling unauthorized individuals to stay away. It also reduces the potential damage caused by a break-in. Your alarm system is equipped with a code to keep your property safe. It’s essential to reset…
Arm Stay vs. Arm Away
Once you’ve installed your security system, it’s vital that you know how to use it. There are two primary modes on practically every standard security system that you should understand before activating your alarms — Arm Stay and Arm Away. Some systems label them as Armed Stay and Armed Away….
How to Test Carbon Monoxide Detectors
When it comes to keeping your business or home safe, your first thought might be of dangers like fires and burglars. Yet carbon monoxide poisoning, also called “the silent killer,” is a common occurrence caused by the incomplete burning of carbon fuels like natural gas. Fortunately, carbon monoxide poisoning is…
How to Prevent Theft and Organized Crime in Your Retail Establishment
Tips for Dealing With Theft in Retail Dealing with theft in retail is an inevitability. In fact, retail establishments lose billions of dollars each year to theft. That’s right, billions. While many establishments accept “shrinkage” as just a part of business, it doesn’t have to be — at least not…
Halloween Safety Tips For Your Home
Here are our top 15 safety-first Halloween tips for all you homeowners. You’ll never wonder how to stay safe during Halloween again. Many people look forward to Halloween’s yummy treats, sneaky tricks and creative costumes. While it can be a delightful celebration, there is always a risk of things…
Types of Security Sensors for Your Home
As a homeowner, it’s your responsibility to keep you and your family safe from burglary, fires, and leaky pipes. At Wayne Alarm Systems, we offer various types of home security sensors that can help you keep track of your property and give you peace of mind, whether you’re away, asleep,…
