When there is a fire, every single second counts. The difference between a contained incident that doesn’t completely destroy your home and a total loss often comes down to one thing: how quickly firefighters were notified that there is an emergency. Every 60 seconds, a fire doubles in size, and within 3-5 minutes a small […]

Many people assume that break-ins usually happen during the night, under the cover of darkness. But crime data and research tell a different story. The majority of household burglaries happen in broad daylight. Sixty-five percent of burglaries happen during the day, when burglars know homes are likely to be empty (The Zebra). There is even […]

For millions of pet owners, leaving the house means trusting that your furry friends will be safe until you return home. Most of the time, they are totally fine, however, pets are vulnerable to household emergencies in ways that humans aren’t. Your pet can’t call 911 or understand why an alarm has been set off. […]

As the weather warms up, daily routines start to shift. Windows are opened to let in fresh air, garage doors stay up a little longer, and more time is spent outdoors. It’s one of the best parts of the season, but it also creates new opportunities for security risks. Property crime tends to increase in […]