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Top 10 Summer Security System Tips: Keeping Your Delaware Home Safe

As summer approaches in Delaware, homeowners must prepare to safeguard their properties against seasonal risks. Here are ten essential tips to optimize your home security system for the summer months.

1. Update Your Security System Software

Ensure your security system software is up to date with the latest patches and updates. This reduces vulnerabilities and enhances system reliability during peak usage periods.

2. Outdoor Lighting and Landscaping

Install motion-activated lights around the perimeter of your home to deter intruders. Trim back bushes and trees near windows and doors to eliminate potential hiding spots.

3. Secure Doors and Windows

Inspect and reinforce door frames, hinges, and locks to withstand potential break-in attempts. Consider installing smart locks for added convenience and security.

4. Video Surveillance Optimization

Adjust camera angles and lighting settings to capture clear footage during daylight and nighttime hours. Regularly clean lenses to maintain optimal visibility.

5. Vacation Security Planning

If traveling, inform trusted neighbors or friends and request periodic checks on your property. Use timers to simulate occupancy with lights and electronics.

6. Smart Home Integration

Utilize smart home features to remotely monitor and control security settings from your smartphone or tablet. Receive instant alerts for unusual activity or system triggers.

7. Garage and Shed Security

Secure garages and sheds with robust locks and alarms. Store valuable tools and equipment out of sight to minimize temptation for opportunistic thieves.

8. Fire Safety Preparedness

Ensure smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms are in working order. Test alarms monthly and replace batteries annually to maintain reliable fire safety protection.

9. Storm and Flood Protection

Prepare for summer storms by securing outdoor furniture, securing loose objects, and reinforcing windows. Consider installing flood sensors to detect water leaks or flooding.

10. Emergency Communication Plan

Establish an emergency communication plan with family members, outlining procedures for emergencies such as break-ins or natural disasters. Ensure everyone knows how to contact emergency services.

By implementing these summer security tips, Delaware homeowners can enjoy peace of mind knowing their properties are well-protected against seasonal risks. Investing in a comprehensive home security system and practicing proactive security measures ensures a safe and secure summer for you and your family.

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Staying Safe from Summer Security Risks

The summer can be a time of heightened criminal risks in all regions, including ours. In fact, the D.C. Metro Police recently unveiled a new summer crime fighting plan they hope will help them keep criminal activity under control this year. As a business owner, you can help keep yourself, your customers and your assets safer by taking the following measures. 

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Security in Stormy Weather

No matter what kind of weather is on the horizon, it’s always a good time to discuss how to avoid the security hazards of a storm. Here are some stormy weather safety tips from the number one security experts in the Tri-State Area, Security Instrument.

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Fight Against Holiday Fires in Your Business

The holidays are in full swing, and maybe you’ve made an effort to create a fun holiday atmosphere at your place of business. This is very common at all types of establishments, from retail storefronts, to restaurants, to medical offices. Decorating for the holidays is a wonderful way to support employee morale and help customers feel welcome this time of year. However, it’s important to take the right precautions when it comes to the risks of holiday fires. The decorations and other mechanisms we use during the season can elevate the risk of a fire starting. With that in mind, here are the measures to take for protecting your business from a holiday fire. 

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Avoid Cooking Fires this Holiday Season

The holiday season is here, and many of us will be making full use of our kitchens. It’s fun to immerse ourselves in cooking and baking this time of year, but it also requires special attention to fire prevention. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports that Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires, with Christmas Day and Christmas Eve coming in at a close second and third. To reduce the risk of a holiday cooking fire happening at your home, consider this important fire and life safety information. 

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Life Safety for Public Facilities

Having life safety devices installed is the responsibility and requirement of every public facility. At Security Instrument, we supply those devices so that public facilities under construction, upgrade or retrofit can get their life safety solutions from a single source. Here’s what public facility managers can expect from our life safety services. 

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Smart, Safe Summer Fun at Your Business

Summer tends to be a more laid back time in the workplace, with employee appreciation days and maybe even a company picnic. If these events take place onsite, it’s the employer’s responsibility to make sure they are carried out responsibly. Here are some tips for smart, safe summer fun at your business. 

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4 Employer Safety Tips You Can Use Today

Every seven seconds, an American is injured at work. Even more distressing is the idea that no industry is immune to injuries on the job. Fortunately, many employee injuries can be prevented. If you’re an employer, here are four safety tips you can use today. 

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Security Tips for Returning to the Workplace Safely

Hopefully, it won’t be long before all workplaces can safely reopen. In the meantime, the local business community is struggling to determine:
  • How can companies get their facilities in the right shape to reopen?
  • Which employees should come back first?
  • Is there technology that can help limit building occupancy?
Here are some tips to put business owners on the right path toward safe, compliant reopening.

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A Quick Security Management Checklist for Improving Office Safety

Office security management can be daunting for managers with little experience in this area. If the company promoted you, and you know nothing about security solutions available today or how to protect your office from burglars, then this article is for you. Here is some vital information on office security and a look at older solutions that don’t work.

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