How to Avoid Home Security Disasters

October 25th, 2024



Movies often depict home security disasters like home invasions and often, we find this very entertaining and thrilling. We are on the edge of our seat as the bad guy makes his way into the home, and we yell at the screen trying to warn the homeowners that they are not alone. While we may like watching these kinds of movies, we certainly don't want to star in one of our own.

For this reason, it is a good idea to invest in a Chico home security system. It is one of the best ways to avoid making your debut and being like the unsuspecting homeowners in some of your favorite movies.

Your Security System

When you get a security system and alarm, you will be immediately notified when someone enters the home or is trying to gain access. When you are inside, you can arm the alarm, and as soon as someone starts messing with a door or window or any other monitored area of the home, you will get that alarm. You won't have to stop and strain to listen for unusual noises yourself.

Security Cameras

Wouldn't you love knowing what is going on inside and outside of your home and property at all times − even when you aren't there? Security cameras and remote access capabilities make this entirely possible. 

You can watch your real-time security footage from your smartphone and receive notifications if anything happens. This gives you the chance to check things out at home or notify the authorities if you see someone on the cameras.

Carbon Monoxide Detectors

In addition to warning you of intruders, your home security system can also detect carbon monoxide. It is an invisible and colorless gas that can be very dangerous. If you breathe in too much of this gas, you can become very sick, or you can die. 

Carbon monoxide detectors should be placed in a central location in the home, and if anything is detected, an alarm will ring out to warn you.

Security System Upgrades

If you have a home that already has a home security system, you may want to consider having it upgraded. An upgrade can give you access to even more premium features you will love that will go a long way in offering you and your home even more protection. 

To do this, you can have the experts come to the home and assess what kind of security needs you may have. They can offer suggestions on what kind of upgrades you should get and can recommend if you should get a new system altogether. 

Being able to make these improvements to your home security system will help you avoid these common home security disasters and will ensure you can have even more peace of mind and sleep easier at night knowing that you have taken the necessary steps to protect your home and family.

If you are ready to upgrade your security system, contact the experts in Chico, CA to go over all your available options. 

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With 16 years of experience in law enforcement, Tim Truby, CEO, is fully certified in video surveillance and training.

  • Certified Advanced Crime Prevention Specialist
  • Academy Instructor Certification
  • California POST Certification in Specialized Surveillance Equipment
  • California POST Certification in Basic Crime Prevention
    • Advanced Crime Prevention through Environmental Design
    • Certified Alibi Security Dealer
    • Enhanced Risk and Threat Assessment (FEMA)
    • Incident Command System (100 & 200)
    • Certified Cognitech Video Forensic Investigator
    • Neighborhood Watch Toolkit Trainer
    • Computer Crimes/Investigations
    • Domestic Crisis for Crisis Negotiators
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