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Fall Home Security Tips
Fall in Memphis can still be quite warm, with temperatures in the 80s during the day, but nights can get chilly, and colder days are ahead. With the change in seasons, you should reassess your home’s security to make sure that you are protected all year long. Read on to find out how to keep your Memphis home safe this fall! Light it Up The days get shorter…
Tips to Prepare for Time Away From Home
It’s an exciting time: You’re thinking about picking up stakes and heading for the open road for a while! Meanwhile, you’re wrapping things up at work, getting the kids ready for time away from school (or shipping them off to a relatives for a week or two). Plus, you’ve got to board the dogs, make sure the lawn is mowed while you’re away, the list goes on and…
Tips to Secure Your Backyard
While most break-ins actually happen in broad daylight, and the majority of break-ins actually happen through the front door of a home, the back door of your home is another easy target — it’s often the point of entry for burglars since it is accessible, and it may be the best way to get in and out of your home without being noticed. So, how can you make…
How to Help Your Elderly Parent Stay Safe in Their Own Home
When it comes to helping your aging parents, there are numerous considerations you must juggle. From assisting them with medical appointments to aiding with financial decisions, you want what is best for your parents as they age. For many people, leaving the comfort of their own home to live in a retirement community or nursing home is a less than desirable option. If you have parents who wish…
5 Things to Ask Yourself When Looking for a Home Security Company
If you are interested in installing a home security system, one of the first things you will need to do is pick the company who will handle the installation. From door-to-door salesmen to big-box chains, there are numerous options on the market. Choosing the right team to handle your alarm system installation can feel like an overwhelming task. The good news is that here at Fifteen Alarms, we…
12 Reasons Burglars Will Target Your Home First
It’s hard to stomach the idea that your own city isn’t safe. What about your neighborhood? Your street? In Memphis, one in 17 properties out of every 1,000 will experience a crime like a burglary, theft, or damage annually — according to Neighborhood Scout. What’s more, the FBI reported in 2016 an estimated 7,919,035 property crimes in the United States. Although the nation’s property crime count has decreased…
The Top Home Security Trends to Expect in 2018
If you haven’t noticed, it’s time to take stock in how quickly home security technology is advancing. Every year, better technology that does more with less enters the market, and the consumer is flooded with options that can all help them in equal proportion. So how does one go about choosing the top home security system for their home in Memphis? At Fifteen Alarms, we want to keep…
Why Fake Security Cameras Don’t Work
It can be tempting to save money and install fake security cameras on your Memphis home. But what are you accomplishing by using fake cameras? Do you want to deter criminals from targeting your home? Although a fake security camera may make criminals think twice, they will also take measures to hide their identity, choose a different entry point, or work to discover that your system doesn’t work….
Want The Best Home Security System? Ask These 7 Questions!
It can be tough to choose the best home security system for your Memphis home. With one in 17 properties being targeted for crimes like burglary, theft, or damage, it’s imperative that you find the perfect home monitoring system to protect your family. You will want to answer questions like: Which is the best brand? Should I hire a professional installer? Are all home security systems the same?…
Five Home Security System Benefits
You and millions of other homeowners across the United States view their home as a safe haven, a castle, their personal oasis. It’s not often that you or any of the other homeowners feel uneasy about being home, alone, and with the lights off before bed. But what kind of toll does a property crime like burglary, theft, or damage do to how you feel about being home?…