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How to Prevent False Alarms One of the biggest problems with conventional alarm systems is the risk of false alarms. There are several common causes of false alarms, depending on the system. Often, they're due to motion sensors detecting movement from completely ordinary sources, such as a pet in the home or even dust. Or, [...]
Questions to Consider when Choosing a Video Alarm System
A video alarm system helps you keep a watchful eye over your business or home, and the mere presence of cameras can also help to deter burglars. But since not all surveillance systems offer the same level of security, you need to be careful which solution you choose. There is no shortage of security-camera products [...]
6 Home Security Tips to Keep your Family Safer | ALARM-i
An alarm system provides a fundamental layer of security for your home. But it's not the only step you can take to prevent your home from being targeted by burglars. Small actions, such as keeping an exterior light on, can go a long way to deterring bad guys, so that your home never becomes a [...]
How to Protect Your Home
with Residential Video Alarm Verification | ALARM-i
How to Protect Your Home with Residential Video Alarm Verification Whether you live in a single-family residence or an apartment, your number one priority for your home is to protect it. That includes protecting your belongings, the residence itself and, most importantly, the people in it. The best way to get that protection is to [...]
Why police respond to video alarm systems up to 85% faster | ALARM-i
Why Police Respond to Video Alarm Systems up to 85% Faster Here’s a compelling statistic: the police respond to verified alarms up to 85% faster. For this reason, video alarm systems like the ALARM-i Video Alarm Verification System are a sound investment for any business or home that would like to ensure that the authorities [...]
How Does Video Alarm Verification Work?
How Does Video Alarm Verification Work? Video alarm verification can significantly increase the speed of police response to break-ins and other alarm events—up to 85% faster—and also increase the risk of an arrest by as much as 50%. But how exactly does it work? Don't all alarm systems have some kind of verification process already? [...]
Why You Need Video Alarm Verification
Why You Need Video Alarm Verification Alarm systems add an essential layer of security to your home or business. But it’s critical to evaluate your options carefully because not all systems offer the same level of protection. Any decent security system can detect an attempted break-in, an open door or motion in an area where […]
Protect Your Home From Flooding
How to defend against flooding in your home or business Once again, it’s spring in Canada, and the news is filled with images and stories of flooded homes, basements and businesses. The images are daunting and heartbreaking. In extreme cases, there is not much preparation that can be done, besides moving to higher ground. However, [...]