If you live in a state that observes Daylight Saving Time (DST)*, you probably know it will come to an end in 2017 on Sunday, November 5 at 2 a.m. For many of us, the old saying spring ahead, fall back reminds us whether we… Read More
Power outages and heating system failures are the key causes of frozen pipes and unoccupied houses and vacant vacation homes are particularly susceptible. A freeze alarm (also called a high/low temperature alarm) is one of the best ways to protect your home from costly damage… Read More
As Labor Day and the busy back-to-school season become distant memories, summer homeowners turn their attention to closing up their properties for the winter. When it comes to safeguarding your vacant vacation home against winter’s damaging weather and threats from unwanted intruders, there’s a wide… Read More
A driveway alarm is an effective and affordable way to keep your home and family safe. If you’re a homeowner who wants to protect your property or keep tabs on the young drivers in your life, a driveway alarm (or “driveway alert”) will alert you… Read More
A power outage can happen any time of year. While statistics show outages are more prevalent during the summer months, the fact is that power systems and equipment are vulnerable year round. Threats include high winds, ice storms, lightening strikes, falling trees or branches, extreme… Read More
