Is it safe to buy a home in an up-and-coming neighbourhood?
The old adage about buying a house is true – it’s all about location, location, location. In any major area, there’s many factors to consider: proximity to transit,…
Signs your home is being watched by a burglar
For any homeowner victimized by a burglar, the crime, aside from being terrifying, was also likely a complete surprise. The family most probably returned to their house to…
Selling the House, PTSD and other Serious Effects of Home Burglary
A home burglary is one of the most traumatic experiences of a person’s life and unfortunately it happens all too often. A house is broken into every 90…
Home invasions reported in major cities across Canada in February
February may be the shortest month but for a few families in Canada, it was also the deadliest. Though most residential burglaries take place while the home is…
Security tips for kids staying home alone for the first time
If you ask the average parent about their day, the answer will likely be a whirlwind of work, carpools, sports practices and a dozen other activities crammed into…
Caught! How video surveillance captures fake falls and other employee scams
It was the fake fall seen ‘round the world! In a viral video released on the first of February, a workplace surveillance clip shows an employee alone in…
What happens to stolen property?
Every few minutes, homes across the country are burglarized. It’s an unfortunate fact, made worse by the reality that most targets lack any type of alarm system. This…
What Burglars look for in the Houses they Target
Walking through any local neighbourhood, it is evident that many homes look the same. The cost for the properties on any one street are comparable, so most carry…
Can you Put a Price on Safety? The High Cost of Discount Home Security
“How much does this cost?” This is understandably one of the first questions a security expert is asked by a potential customer. After all, most families are on…
Which Home Alarm is right for you? Professionally Installed vs DIY Security Systems
So, you’ve decided to invest in a home alarm system? Perhaps you were prompted by a string of local burglaries, the lure of discounted home insurance or maybe…