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Should We Keep Our Burglars in the Dark?

According to FBI research, outdoor lighting is an effective theft deterrent.  According to your home security salesman, outdoor lighting is an effective way to help burglars see what they're doing as they break into your home.  I am not joking.  Several months ago this is what a home security installation company told me.  Obviously, the goal of professional home security companies is to make prospective customers feel unsafe and vulnerable to those bold burglars who appreciate the generous amounts of lights around your home.  So, who do we believe? Read the rest of this entry


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What is the best home security system? Great news, if you're in need of an inexpensive wireless alarm system. A few weeks ago, a neighbor of ours was burglarized. Nothing was taken from their house because they had a professionally installed Home Alarm System. According to the police, the loud, piercing sound of the alarm frightened them away before they had a chance to steal anything. I felt it was long past due that I protected my own house before I became a victim. Read the rest of this entry

Rex, The Perfect Watch Dog

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As my review on the Skylink SC100 Alarm system showed, there are some very effective, inexpensive solutions for securing your home and making you feel protected against break-ins and burglars. But, is there anything better than a big dog that barks and warns you ahead of time? When my lab passed away this spring, I quickly learned that I missed her bark which I had grown to rely on and take for granted for the last 14.5 years. Read the rest of this entry