While April showers do bring May flowers, those same showers can result in flood damages to your home. Water from spring thaws and precipitation can severely impact not only the structure of your home, but the physical and emotional well-being of your family. Unfortunately, many areas of the Ottawa-Gatineau region experienced record water levels in …
A new year is always a time for celebration, however it also offers an opportunity to improve on things from the past year; by analyzing what worked well and what needed improvement, you can best optimize your life. In terms of home security, if you haven’t yet taken advantage of the great benefits which advanced …
There’s nothing more important than being able to provide the safest environment for your family as possible. When used effectively and in the right way, alarms and cameras are a great way to enhance when you are able to see and better protect what you can’t. The idea of a ‘Nanny cam’ is something which …
To truly know where you are (and to set the most steady course for the future) it’s important to understand where you’ve been; history can do one of two things: teach us what not (or what to) do. Home security has evolved a lot over time and continues to grow as technology constantly moves forward, …
We’re quickly approaching the end of November, which means that the holiday season is almost upon us (where does the time go?). Regardless of how you celebrate, ensuring that your home is as safe as possible is crucial..especially if you plan to entertain. Here are some important considerations to make to keep your home secure: …
There are many things we can teach our children and family members at a young age about safety while at home and out of the house. It is important to not only tell them how to be safe, but to also show them how to be safe, and to practice safety measures with your kids …
It’s amazing how quickly the summer has gone by! If you’re planning to take a quick getaway with the family before school resumes, or are planning a trip for an upcoming holiday it’s important to ask yourself this question: is my home security system working the way it should be? Granted this is a question …
Planning for the future is important; whether that means creating a special savings account for a rainy day or a college fund for your child, making a plan and sticking to it is always a good idea. Home security isn’t new, but its integration with smartphone technology to simplify and optimize ease of use is. …
When it comes to your home and family, being able to effectively and consistently keep everyone comfortable and protected is very important. Knowing what not to do is just as important as knowing to do. Here are some important considerations to make (straight from a police offer) regarding how to optimize safety and security …
An important part of home safety is ensuring that every member of the household is educated about fire safety and prevention; security systems and alarms are great at alerting a potential issue, but knowing the best ways to prevent them in the first place is crucial. The following are some great tips to help keep …