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Alpha Omega Security, LLC
By Pyxism December 10, 2009
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While you were out...
You're relaxed and happy. You have finally made it to that well-deserved vacation. What you don't know is that Mr. Bad Guy decided that your neighborhood is his playground today. Mr. Guy wants a quick, easy target. And, since you're on vacation, it couldn't get much easier. Problem for him is he can't tell that you're not home because you expected him; you really put effort into throwing him off your scent before you left. First, you went online to suspend all delivery services; to include postal services and newspaper delivery. Since your mail and papers haven't been collecting on your doorstep, it looks like you have been picking them up daily. You arranged to have your: lawn mowed, trash and recycle cans to be set out for collection, cans returned to the garage, and plants watered. Before you left, the point was to schedule activities that create the appearance of you being home. You installed light timers so that the lights can be turned on and off at times you have specified. And, finally, you adjusted the window shades to a semi-open position and parked your car in your driveway. Aside from your great planning and preparation, you have a monitored security system – protected by Monitronics, of course – which means you have security professionals keeping an eye on your home while you're away. Congratulations! Mr. Bad Guy isn't having any luck at your house today – he isn't even going to try. You successfully thwarted the enemy. So, you can enjoy the rest of your vacation. Remember to also prepare your home for your vacation. Call us today for a free alarm system! 443-484-2832. ...read more
By Alpha Omega Security, LLC November 03, 2010
Keeping Burlars Away
Let there be light… lots of light. Thieves hate light at night, so give them a healthy dose of it. Motion-activated lights placed in strategic spots discourage bad guys, and using electric timers to turn on lights while you're gone suggests that somebody's home. Even a porch light that illuminates the most vulnerable break-in spots is helpful. Eliminate their hiding places. Just like bugs in the dark, thieves love nooks and crannies where they can hide. Keep your shrubs and bushes trimmed in places where they may cover a window or door. Be alarmed, and advertise it. Alarm systems are a highly effective deterrent because thieves usually take the path of least resistance. Make sure your alarm company gives you signs and window stickers to advertise you're protected. Even if you don't have an alarm system, get some signs and stickers that suggest you do—it can't hurt. Make the house secure. Here's a simple fact: the stronger the door and its locks, the safer your house. Avoid flimsy, hollow veneer doors that beg to be kicked in and use 1-inch deadbolts locks for added security. Sliding glass doors are easy targets, so put a stick in the track to make it impossible to slide open from the outside. Sadly, lots of burglaries occur when thieves walk right in through unlocked doors, so make sure you use the locks. Ask for help. Ask neighbors to keep your front steps or driveway clean of newspaper and flyers so you're not telling the world you've gone out of town. If you're going to be gone for more than a couple of days, tell your newspaper to stop delivery and do the same at the Post Office—thieves love to steal mail, too, especially credit card statements and other stuff they can use to steal your identity. Keep it safe. Purchase a home safe for important documents and other valuables and place it in a spot that's not easily found. Make sure the safe is fireproof. Consider a canine. Burglars hate dogs because they make noise that attracts attention. If they approach a house and hear a husky bark, many thieves simply move on. Document just in case. If, despite your best efforts, you do get burglarized, you'll be glad you prepared yourself for an insurance claim. Use a video recording of the contents of your home and describe what's you're taping. Also, make copies of receipts of big-ticket items and appraisals of expensive jewelry and other collectibles. Keep the tape and copies in a safe deposit box or a family member's house. This extra step also comes in handy if you have a house fire. ...read more
By Alpha Omega Security, LLC September 28, 2010
Keeping Your Home Safe All Year Long
By Alpha Omega Security, LLC December 10, 2009