6 Home Security Mistakes You Should Avoid

Are you concerned about the safety of your home & family members? Our customized home automation products can enhance your home security system for total peace of mind.

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Ensuring the security of your home and the safety of your family members is critical to a happy and comfortable life. Moreover, considering the increasing number of home burglaries in Calgary, it’s paramount that you keep your home protected against criminal intrusions.

Having a home security system can have many benefits including:

• Lower risk of burglaries and other crimes
• Lower home insurance
• Protects your valuables & your children
• Home automation allows you remotely monitor and access your house

At Frontline Security, we provide affordable, custom home security systems and home automation products including smart locks & thermostats to help keep your home safe and comfortable.

 

Most Common Home Security Mistakes

Having a burglar in your home can be a terrifying experience, shattering your sense of security and making you feel violated. While a home security system is the most efficient way of protecting your home and family, there are certain mistakes you can avoid to make your home safer.

These include:

1. Hiding a key anywhere outside

You might think it’s clever to hide a key under a rock, birdhouse or lawn ornament instead of under your rug, but experienced burglars will know to check these places. Instead, you can opt for a keyless entry system or give your keys to a trusted neighbor.

 

2. Using cheap door and window locks

Consider upgrading to more heavy duty door and window locks. Many burglars know how to get through standard locks so try and make it as difficult as you can for them. That way, they either won’t be able to get them open, or it will take so long they won’t bother trying.

3. Using fake security equipment

Many burglars can tell the difference between a real and fake home security system, so trying to deter them with fake equipment won’t work. Nowadays, you can purchase affordable home automation products, such as IP cameras, that can be accessed from your smartphone so you’ll always have an eye on your home & loved ones.

 

4. Providing hiding places in your backyard

Many homeowners unwittingly leave hiding places for potential burglars including:

• Large bushes
• Untrimmed trees
• Big trash cans

Such objects could help a burglar hide until you come home, where they will be ready to ambush you. To make sure this doesn’t happen, trim all the bushes and trees and get rid of any large objects. You want to make sure you ALWAYS have a clear view of every part of your yard.

5. Not having enough outdoor lighting

Dark areas also make great hiding places. A burglar dressed in black can blend into the shadows and hide right in front of you. To stop this from happening, you may want to consider motion sensor lights.

 

6. Forgetting to maintain your home security system

Be sure to check your home security system periodically to make sure it is in working order. You should also have it checked by a professional every year. If it’s not working right, it’s just a wasted investment.

 

How Home Automation Can Benefit You

Home automation is becoming a popular upgrade for many Calgary homeowners. In fact, it is one of the most sought-after features in a new home. Home automation products including smart locks and surveillance cameras can have many benefits for you and your family including:

Convenience

Not only does a home automation system make life more convenient, it will also help you work smarter by allowing you to:

• Remotely unlock & lock doors
• Keep an eye on children & pets, even when you’re not at home
• Switch lights/thermostat on and off

There are many incredible home automation features that allow you to access, monitor, and protect your home for ultimate convenience.

Saves Time

Have you ever woken up in the middle of the night to check on a suspicious noise? Or maybe waited around all day for a service/delivery man?

Home automation takes your home security system to a whole new level by allowing you to control your home remotely, which also saves you valuable time.

Peace of Mind

With smart technology, you don’t have to worry about whether you left the thermostat running when you go out of town, or concern yourself about the possibility of a fire or break in. Home automation allows you to double-check remotely.

Your home is one of the biggest investments you will ever make and, if you have a family, their safety is priceless. Home automation enhances your security system to keep your most precious investments safe.

WHY YOU SHOULD INVEST IN HOME AUTOMATION

 

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To find out more about how our customized home security systems & home automation products can help keep you and your family safe, contact our Calgary office today at 403-291-9311 or fill in our online contact form.