Home Security

Vacation properties offer a tranquil and personalised escape from the daily grind, allowing us to relax and recharge. However, when these properties are left unoccupied throughout the year, unsurprisingly, they become vulnerable to a myriad of security risks. With this in mind, it’s crucial to ensure the safety of your vacation home and protect your investment by implementing effective security...

  The FBI reveals that it takes the average home burglar eight to 10 minutes to grab a few valuable items, with some taking as little as 90 seconds, according to a report on The Healthy Journal. Home break-ins are a major concern for homeowners and tenants. That’s why many homeowners are investing in home security systems like CCTV cameras to monitor who has access to their...

  Security is a must when you’re going on vacation, going to work, or going anywhere else that leaves your rental property vulnerable. So how do you protect your property? To protect your property, you should look into options that best suit your environment. Keyless entry and access control are two ways that can improve your overall security. Both ways include getting rid of a key and...

  Electric vehicles (EVs) such as electric cars, vans, and trucks are becoming more common and popular. There are several ways to charge your vehicle's battery from an ordinary wall socket or a generator connected to it. To charge the batteries of EVs using generators is safe because most utility companies regulate the voltage from the generator. But charging with a standard household outlet can be...

  - Are you thinking of buying a home security system? - Do you know where you can get one? - Do you know what things you should look for before buying the system?   These questions are essential to answer when you decide to buy a security system for your home. We understand that the cheap security devices seem attractive for obvious reasons, but you should not go for them because...

    What is life insurance? Life insurance is essentially financial protection for our loved ones to protect against a worst-case scenario. You choose a cover amount (a sum assured) the length of the policy (a term) and pay a monthly fee (a premium) to receive the cover. If you pass away during the policy term your beneficiaries receive a cash pay out. There are multiple types of life...

Home security systems have been around for a long time, but they are constantly evolving with the technological advancements. When considering if investing in a home security system is right for you, here are some key aspects to keep in mind. Security Systems Can Operate Without Power A common concern for homeowners is what happens in the event of a power outage? Does the security system still work?...

  Let’s set the scene.   You have just enjoyed a lovely couple of weeks sunning it up in your holiday home, topping up your tan and getting a well-deserved break from work.   You’re packing your stuff up and are all set to head out on the road when, suddenly, you start to worry about whether the house will be OK in your absence. What, if anything, could you do to keep it...

Going on vacation is supposed to bring a sense of relaxation. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. You may be laying on the beach soaking in the rays of the sun, but your mind may be back at home wondering if you turned off the stove before you left. Don’t get stuck worrying about how safe and secure your home is when you should be relaxing on vacation! Take the time before you leave...

If you're a homeowner, then one of the things you need to master is your electrical panel. Also known as a distribution panel or distribution box, it's situated near the electrical meter. More than just knowing its location, it's vital that you master these essential things about your electrical panel: What is the Purpose of an Electrical Panel? This box is the focal point of all the electrical...