Some homeowners feel that getting a gun can allow them to protect themselves and their family from intruders. But is it a good idea to obtain a gun simply for the purposes of protecting your home? There are certainly pros and cons to gun ownership as a way to defend...
A common misconception about burglary is that most thieves come out at night and break into your home while you’re asleep. While some do, it is more likely that you will be the victim of a break in during the early part of the day. Statistically speaking, most...
Even with the recent snow storms so late in the season, spring will eventually return. When it does, the weather warms up and so will the crime rate. Studies show that crime goes up throughout the warmer months and peaks in the summer. Here’s a quick reminder of...
The holiday season can be a stressful time of the year. Buying gifts, cold weather, kids out of school, decorating the house, in-laws… But what can make it all even worse? Burglary. Tis the season for thieves to strike again. The peak times for burglaries in America...
About every 15 seconds, a burglary occurs in the US. Astounding statistic isn’t it? Think it won’t happen to you…don’t bet on it! Each year, losses from burglaries total billion of dollars in cash, electronics, weapons, clothing, jewelry,...
Having a monitored alarm system is always a good form of self protection, but many people don’t really pay too much attention to the other facets of a good security plan. The locks on your doors are extremely important for your family’s protection. Your doors are an...
