DIY vs Professional Security Installation: Cost, Control, and Trade-Offs
When installing a security system, most homeowners and business owners ask the same question. Should you install it yourself, or hire a professional? The short answer is that…
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Will Your Home Security System Work During Power Outages in Canada?
Power outages are more common than we plan for, particularly during Canadian winters. Ice storms, high winds, heavy snowfall, and extreme cold tend to arrive together, usually at…
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Do Alarm Systems Lower Home Insurance in Canada?
If you are thinking about installing an alarm system, you have probably asked yourself a very practical question: Will this actually lower my home insurance? The short answer…
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How to Prevent Break-Ins During the Holiday Shopping Season 2025
The holiday season brings joy, generosity, and more online shopping than any other time of year. But it also brings risk. As Canadians receive more packages, travel more…
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Is December a Good Time to Install a Home Security System in Canada?
You know that thing you tell yourself all year, “I’ll figure out home security later”? You’re not wrong for thinking that. There are a lot of options, a…
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Fire Safety Indoors: Preventing Accidents as the Weather Gets Colder
As the temperatures drop across Canada, homes start to feel cozier, space heaters get plugged in, fireplaces are lit, and candles flicker a little longer. But along with…
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Canadians On Bell’s Home Security And Why They’re Switching to Alarm Guard
For years, many Canadians relied on large Canadian Telecom companies for more than just internet and phone service. Their security system! It was familiar, trusted, and seemed like…
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Preparing Your Home for Fall Storms: How Smart Monitoring Prevents Costly Damage
Fall storm season in Ontario means one thing for homeowners: unpredictable weather that can cause serious damage to your property. When severe weather strikes, the difference between a…
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The Real Cost of False Alarms in Ontario: What Homeowners Need to Know
It’s 2 a.m., and your home security alarm suddenly blares to life. Your heart races as you scramble out of bed, adrenaline pumping. You check every room, every…
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Home Security Systems in Ontario: Costs, Requirements & What to Expect
Many Ontario homeowners start with simple DIY cameras, but when comparing full home security systems, there are other factors to consider, from cost and by-laws to industry standards…
