{"id":2286,"date":"2022-06-05T16:05:37","date_gmt":"2022-06-05T22:05:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alarm-reviews.net\/?p=2286"},"modified":"2022-12-16T08:11:22","modified_gmt":"2022-12-16T15:11:22","slug":"how-to-keep-your-home-safe-for-the-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alarm-reviews.net\/how-to-keep-your-home-safe-for-the-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Keep Your Home Safe for the Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Keep your presents where they belong… Under\u00a0your<\/em> Christmas tree<\/span><\/h2>\n

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It’s time for the Holidays which means lots of extra time either at\u00a0or away from Home. \u00a0Spirits are high and the last thing someone needs in their life during this fun and crazy season is a home burglary. \u00a0We here at Alarm Reviews decided we would put together some helpful hints on how to make sure that no Grinch sneaks into your home and off with your presents. \u00a0As much as it seems that ‘it only happens in the movies’ or to someone else; with the amount of money people spend on gifts and time they are away from home during November and December, it is a perfect time for home break-ins to happen., and yes they do happen.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tip 1 – Leave your lights on or get automated lights<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you choose a Home Security Company that offers light automation such as Vivint<\/a>;<\/span>\u00a0then you can control this from your phone and not need to worry. \u00a0You can also go to a local hardware store and purchase a decent light module to be timed. \u00a0Either way, don’t make it too obvious that you have packed up and left for the Holidays. \u00a0Let the neighbors know you will be going out of town and have the lights turn on (inside and outside) during the night.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tip 2 – Don’t put out all of your Christmas presents until you will be home each night<\/span><\/h2>\n

This one requires a little more explaining. \u00a0Let’s say like most people, you buy a large amount of gifts on Black Friday and then put them all under your tree. \u00a0Then, you leave for 5-10 days in December with all your presents bunched up together. \u00a0We recommend waiting to put all your presents under the tree until you are for sure going to be home each night. \u00a0Also, very high items such as jewelry we recommend keeping in a safe or separate place until the day of giving the gift. \u00a0The last thing you want is little Timmy picking up that small box and putting it somewhere not to be found.<\/span><\/p>\n

Last tip – Double check your cameras and prepare for the worst<\/span><\/h2>\n

It never hurts to prepare a little early. \u00a0If you already have a home alarm system in place then double check its functionality. \u00a0You may not have a false alarm in months; set it off on purpose just to make sure your monitoring station calls you immediately. \u00a0Call your company (here is a list of all home alarm companies<\/a><\/span>) and make sure all connections are safe and readable from their end. \u00a0Test the doors, windows and motion sensors before heading out. \u00a0If you have camera’s and home automation; do a test away from your house to ensure your wireless connection and passwords are all right for the Holidays. \u00a0Treat your house like there is a burglar out to get you and you will be glad you were safer than sorry.<\/span><\/p>\n

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