United Alarm | 29 FEB 2016
It takes a thief as little as 10 seconds to steal a car, and even much less to take the valuables you leave in it. Most car break-ins are preventable, and by taking a few simple and inexpensive measures, you help safeguard your property from thieves. Here are some basic tips: Close all windows and the...
United Alarm | 22 FEB 2016
Living alone gives you a lot of freedom to do whatever you want whenever you feel like it. However, solitary living does come with a few potential downsides, and your personal security can be the most crucial one, especially for a woman. Here are a few safety tips for solo living: Look for a Secure...
United Alarm | 15 FEB 2016
There are over 200,000 break-ins and thefts reported every year in Canada, most of which are residential. Cottages are particularly prone to break-ins, especially over winter when they’re left unattended, and there are fewer people to witness the crime.Although there isn’t much that you can do to stop a determined thief from breaking into your...
United Alarm | 8 FEB 2016
It does not take much to improve home security, and there’s an assortment of products and solutions to suit all tastes and budgets. Some basic tips -- don’t leave any tools or objects lying around near your entrances that might enable an intruder. Anything you can do to slow a burglar down, create more effort...