Looking to enhance your home’s security? By choosing a home alarm system you can safeguard your home from burglars, fire, and carbon monoxide poisoning. But with so many choices available on the market, it can be a challenge to choose the right system for your needs. To help get you through the research and […]
Did you know that hundreds of people end up in the hospital each year from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning in their homes? Carbon monoxide leaks are more common than you think, so knowing the dangers associated with this toxic gas can help protect you and your family. Here we look at what carbon monoxide is, […]
For a new business owner, leaving their store unattended overnight can resemble similar feelings to leaving your child with a babysitter for the first time. There is so much that can go wrong when you’re not there to monitor and protect your valuable merchandise, but realistically you aren’t about to move onto a cot in […]
This winter, why not give yourself the gift of a worry-free vacation and some peace of mind? Whether you have a Caribbean vacation circled on the calendar, you’re heading to the cottage for Reading Week, or you’ve got a skip trip planned, you deserve to have a safe home while you travel. We’re talking about […]
The winter is a busy time of year, between trekking out to the local outdoor rink, heading out to the ski hill, or enjoying a well-earned tropical getaway down south. When you’re going as much as you are, it’s important to ensure that your home and all of your valuables are properly safeguarded. Let’s explore […]
There reaches a time when kids crave independence and trust from their parents. That independence can’t come fast enough for kids, but usually comes far too quickly for parents. If your children are at the age where you think it may be time to trust them alone in the house, give yourself the upper hand […]
When we think of an alarm system, we may think of security against intruders. However there are many other uses that an alarm system can perform. For instance, there is an aging community in Ottawa and many older adults wish to remain in their homes as opposed to going to a retirement home. The concern […]
Deciding whether a home security system will benefit you or not requires some serious consideration. Between the false alarms, passcodes to remember, and having to be a tad more diligent when entering and leaving your home, some may feel the aggravation is simply not worth it. But when it really comes down to it, the […]
False alarms are no laughing matter. Aside from the negative effects they can have on your own sense of comfort and safety, they can cost both you and the police or fire department’s time and resources that could be spent on serious matters. Before you have your home alarm system installed, here are some tips […]
Between the knives, the flames, the sizzling hot grease and the gas stovetop, it’s no surprise that the kitchen is considered the most dangerous room in the home according to the Canada Safety Council. That’s why it’s important to have some safety measures set in place in order to protect you and your loved ones. […]
