Back‑to‑School, Not Back‑to‑Break‑Ins: Why August Is the Time to Secure Your Home
As summer winds down and families prepare for back‑to‑school routines, homes across Canada are often left unattended during the day, making August a prime target for opportunistic burglars. With workers busy at school supply runs and homeowners distracted by new routines, now is the time to fortify your home security.
Rising Risks, Falling Awareness
Statistics Canada reports that in 2024, there were 121,033 incidents of breaking and entering, accounting for 13% of the national Crime Severity Index (CSI) Statistics Canada. While this marked an 11% decline from 2023, the rate still stood at 293 incidents per 100,000 population Statistics Canada. That means nearly three out of every 1,000 homes were targeted.
Meanwhile, the overall crime rate dropped 4%, and non-violent offences like property crime declined 6% in 2024 Statistics Canada. Yet even with this downward trend, August remains crucial: it’s when daily patterns shift, schedules change, and security habits can slip.
August: A Critical Month for Home Security
| Risk Factor | Why It Matters in August |
| Empty Homes | Kids return to school; daytime hours often pass without anyone at home. |
| Distracted Routines | New schedules increase forgetfulness, doors left unlocked, or alarms not armed. |
| Travel & Errands | Shopping, drop-offs, and camps increase outdoor activity. |
| Opportunistic Intruders | Even a brief window of unawareness can be enough for a burglary. |
Security isn’t just about installing a system; it’s about building routines that protect your home, even when life gets busy.
Smart Security Solutions for Back‑to‑School
Here’s how Alarm Guard helps you stay one step ahead this August:
- Smart Locks & Auto Lock Features
Ensure doors secure themselves after the family rushes out. You’ll get alerts when doors open or remain unlocked. - Motion Sensors & Light Integration
Sensors tie into outdoor lighting to illuminate pathways when motion is detected, alerting you and deterring intruders. - Outdoor Cameras & Mobile Alerts
Monitor front and back entrances, especially on school drop-off and pick-up routes, directly from your phone. Two-way audio lets you communicate remotely when needed. - 24/7 Professional Monitoring
If an alarm is triggered, our team alerts emergency services fast, even if you’re at work or supervising kids at school.
The Alarm Guard Advantage
While Canadian breaking-and-entering rates are trending down, they’re still too high to ignore, especially in August. Alarm Guard systems work proactively to:
- Keep You Informed
Get real-time notifications and no surprises. - Add a Layer of Automated Deterrence
Lights, alarms, and cameras react even when you’re not looking. - Ensure Rapid Response
With monitored systems, assistance is dispatched immediately, saving valuable time.
August may feel like a safe, carefree time, but shifting schedules and distractions can leave your home vulnerable. A smart security setup isn’t just technology, it’s protection aligned with your life.
Call Alarm Guard today at 1‑866‑282‑3331 to book your home security consultation. Let’s lock in your peace of mind before the school bells ring.
