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 lot of opinions, and it’s easy to put it off when life is busy. Then winter arrives. It gets darker sooner, we spend more time indoors, and anything that feels like a “project” gets pushed to summer. The funny thing is, winter is often when people notice their home security gaps the most, and start wishing they hadn’t waited so long.

Why Winter Changes Home Security in Canada

Winter changes daily patterns fast. It gets dark earlier, people stay indoors more, and homes often sit empty longer during the holidays. Unattended package deliveries and travel quietly make December a higher-risk month for most homes. That’s usually when people start noticing gaps they ignored during the summer.

Common Home Security Gaps in December (Canada)

Ranked from highest to lowest risk

1. Unmonitored front doors and package theft
The most common December issue is due to increased delivery volume.

2. Homes left empty for multiple days
Holiday travel creates predictable windows of opportunity.

3. Poor exterior lighting
Darkness hides entry points earlier in the day.

4. Unsecured side or back entrances
Less visible and less frequently checked in winter.

5. Delayed emergency response
Issues go unnoticed when no one is home.

Most winter incidents are not forced. They happen because a home appears unmonitored, dark, or temporarily empty.

Is December Actually a Smart Time to Act?

December is a higher-risk month for homes, but it is also when many people slow down decisions. Cold weather, snow, and holiday mode make anything that feels like a home project easy to push to spring. That pause is what creates the opportunity.

With fewer people booking installs in winter, homeowners who act now often get faster appointments and better seasonal pricing. When demand spikes again in warmer months, those advantages usually disappear. Simply put, winter is not the problem. Waiting is.

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Why Canadian Homeowners Choose Alarm Guard

Alarm Guard has been a Canadian provider since 2003, which means when you need help, you’re talking to real people who are available. Our customer support is open Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 9 pm, with no long waits and no bouncing between departments.

Many large security companies make support difficult to reach. We do the opposite and pick up when you call. When something goes wrong, getting help quickly should not feel frustrating. Local service. Real support. Help when you actually need it.

Since You’re Already Here

If you’re reading this, you’re already thinking about home security. So we’ll be $0 upfront about it. Alarm Guard is running a holiday season offer built for people who want to act now without paying extra to get started. There are no upfront costs to set things up. You choose your monthly monitoring, and we take care of the rest. This offer is simple, practical, and available until December 31, 2025.

What the Holiday Offer Includes

• $0 upfront for home security equipment valued at up to $1,500
• $0 professional installation, a savings of $150
• $0 activation fees, a savings of $100
• 24/7 professional monitoring, with no setup hassle

No hidden setup costs. Just the monthly monitoring.

Holiday offer ends December 31, 2025.

*Some conditions apply

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