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The Frontpoint app allows users to monitor your security system while away from home. You can adjust device settings and turn equipment on and off all through the app. If a sensor is triggered, you’ll receive an alert specifying the details. The app averages 4.1/5.0 stars with more than 100,000 installs on devices, so users are generally pleased with the app…
Installing a home security system can be as simple as peeling a sticker and placing it on your shirt. Okay, don’t do that with your sensors, but you get the idea. Most of these devices are peel-and-stick, so installing your system can take less than 30 minutes (depending on big your home is)…
After you have your ADT security system installed, you may be interested in adding another camera or two to your system setup. Don’t worry, this doesn’t require a visit from a professional installer. We’ve got instructions on how to install the camera yourself as well as other detailed information regarding the specs of this device…
Both SimpliSafe and Ring Alarm offer security systems with no long-term contracts and self-installation. However, the two have different equipment options. Depending on the type of setup you want, you may opt for one system over the other…
Want to secure your handgun or rifle from your kids’ curiosity, a home intruder, or fire and water damage? We recommend the most reliable gun safes on the market for your family’s safety and security…
Natural disasters often happen suddenly and without warning. And man-made emergencies can be terrifying. Quickly gathering up your family and getting to a safe place should be your #1 priority, not searching for emergency preparedness supplies. That’s why we think these emergency kits can be life savers. We suggest having one at home, work and in each vehicle. Checkout some of the best emergency kits that we’ve reviewed in this article…
Whether you’re buying your first outdoor surveillance system or looking to upgrade a system that you already have, this is the article for you. Forget the multi-thousand dollar security camera systems. You can increase the surveillance on your property without going broke…
A critical part of keeping kids safe that is sometimes overlooked, is gun safety. According to Everytown for Gun Safety, firearms are the second leading cause of death for children and teens. That is a pretty frightening statistic, and it proves the need for parents to begin a conversation about gun safety for kids as early as possible…
SimpliSafe and Abode offer security systems with no long-term contracts. You purchase the equipment, pay for your monitoring plan and stop service whenever you want. SimpliSafe is a household name with its multi-platform advertisements and Abode is still a rather small company. But could Abode protect your home just as well as SimpliSafe for less money?…
When you call 911, you expect the police to be there immediately. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Average 911 response times can vary widely based on many factors, including where you live and the severity of the crime…
