October is National Fire Prevention Month and a great time to brush up on fire safety tips and procedures. Here are some things to keep in mind to protect your family and home: Be Proactive An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Fire safety isn’t just about the right equipment, but also the right behavior and mindset.…
The popularity of video surveillance systems for home and business has brought some “untruths” to the surface. We hope to dispel some of the most iconic myths. We are here to help build your confidence when ordering your next Home Video Surveillance System with YK Communications. Video Surveillance Myth #1 The point of cameras is to catch criminals in the…
It’s everyone’s worst nightmare — coming home to a place that’s been left in shambles. All your most prized possessions have been taken. All of the items you’ve worked so hard for — gone. You’ve been robbed. Are you an easy target for burglars? Unfortunately, many fall victim to burglary by getting stuck in the “that would never happen to…
There’s a special kind of freedom that comes along with working from a home office. There’s no commute, shoes are optional, and lunch break naps are considerably easier to pull off. However, without the support of a traditional tech and security infrastructure, the sensitive information you handle on a daily basis could be at risk of being hacked, stolen, or…
Do you ever feel like science fiction predicts reality sometimes? If you consider things like Jarvis from Iron Man…it’s not so far out of the realm of possibility. Home automation and products like Amazon Echo and Google Home have made controlling your home environment via voice commands and computer/phone applications a reality. Aside from making controlling the home more effortless,…
Don’t let your carefree trip get ruined by predators who are just waiting for you to leave your home for a period of time. Take a look at some home security tips to keep in mind during this vacation season. Don’t post publicly on social media about going out of town or on vacation. An empty home is going to…
Just moved into a new home, or about to? There’s a few things you’re going to want to accomplish right off the bat to make settling in go as smoothly as possible. Here’s some suggestions to add to your new home checklist. 1. Unpack Goes without saying, which is why it’s being said first to get it out of the way. …
Your front door is often a target for unwanted visitors, from solicitors to burglars. According to the FBI, 71.6 percent of burglaries happened at residences in 2015. There’s also been an uptick in the cost of property loss due to burglaries. From 1994 to 2011, property loss increased by 56 percent, from an average of $389 in 1994 to $2,120…
Regardless of what neighborhood you live in, home security can prove to be an invaluable asset in your daily life. Guaranteeing the safety of your family, your valuables, your property and your peace of mind is paramount, for obvious reasons, but let’s discuss a few less common reasons for investing in home security. 1. Protect Your Home and Loved Ones…