According to the FBI, a burglary occurs somewhere in the United States every 15.4 seconds. Burglary rates are on the decrease, however, and it is certainly unwise to be overly concerned about becoming a victim. Likewise it is unwise to be complacent. There is so much you can do these days to secure your home that peace of mind is easy to achieve.Home burglar alarm systems help to deter intruders and prevent crime. 74.3% of unsuccessful burglaries...more
Home burglar alarm systems have been proven to be extremely effective at preventing intruders from entering your home. US Department of Justice crime statistics show that 74.3% of unsuccessful burglaries can be attributed to a burglar alarm system "scaring away" the intruder, while the probability of a burglary at a residential site without an alarm system is 14.8%. The most likely consequence of a burglary is the loss of property (the FBI...more
Indoor & outdoor motion detectors trigger switchers, multiplexers and time lapse recorders when motion is detected. The motion detector can be connected to an alarm that will alert you to the presence of an intruder and ideally frighten him away, or to a camera that will capture the intruder's identity. Alternatively, the motion sensor can trigger lights that illuminate the intruder and let him know that his presence has been detected.It is possible to install a combination of these responses to the trigger from a motion sensor, and to activate different ones depending upon whether or not you are at home.A motion detector lets the intruder know that his presence may have been noticed. Motion-activated exterior lights are commonplace, however, and most burglars know that they don't necessarily mean that they have been seen. More sophisticated systems can be installed that activate a series of interior lights as well. These give a more convincing impression that the would-be intruder has been seen.Motion detectors can be triggered by harmless motion. This may be acceptable for exterior lights. In fact, exterior lights that are on a sensitive trigger may help to deter an intruder who...more
The golden rule in home security is to ensure that your property does not present an opportunity.A would-be burglar will look for sign of an alarm. Let him know he cannot enter your home unnoticed.Over 40% of home burglaries are termed by police as "no force" entries. Doors or windows that are left unlocked allow easy access to the home.Ideally,...more
Wireless Intercom systems are growing in demand; and that is hardly surprising because of the multitude of benefits that it has to offer. Apart from being the easiest means of communication, it is also extremely helpful for adolescents, the elderly and lastly it is almost the primary guard against any security threat or breach of...more
The people who have excellent observational skills, are good in solving mysteries, should consider professional detective as a profession. The first and major thing to become a proficient investigator is to get attached with any licensed investigator agency to know some of the basic skills of investigator field. It is important to get trained under a licensed detective agency to be properly registered. After getting registered, one should meet all the licensing requirements of the state in which they are going to work.However to become a skilled investigator there is no need to have any specific degree or diploma but it needs a little hard work and determination. If the candidates are well qualified, it is good as they can get things or ideas more quickly. There are several learning institutes that guide customers to become a certified investigator. This is important to become a licensed investigation officer as the licensed ones are easily hired by government, insurance companies and police organizations.There are several misperceptions about the question, how to become a specialized investigation officer. It really does not require any degree or specific course. The task and the...more
A mans home is his castle, as the saying goes. But homes today dont normally feature ramparts, drawbridges, moats and six-foot thick stone walls to keep out unwanted visitors. Today, a home security alarm, and preferably monitored home alarm systems,...more
Although occasional museum heists make front-page news, most small museums grapple with more routine, day-to-day security issues. Armed thieves with an eye on iconic masterpieces are not the only security risks faced by museums. While...more
In the past installing a surveillance system was an expensive both in getting the equipment and getting someone who can watch the system, but that's the past. Now having a security system is very affordable, you can equip your entire...more
After the door and window alarms, indoor motion detectors are a primary feature of good, effective home security system. Unfortunately, many people are leery of motion detectors. They either think they are "too" hi-tech and therefore not...more
Wireless smoke detector is one of the most useful security devices for people. This wireless device protects the residents from short-circuit or any kind of fire inside the house. One can easily avoid fire because an in-built buzzer warns people...more
As fire incidents pose a great deal of danger and harm to people and physical properties, more and more fire fighting devices are being created and manufactured to further prevent the degenerative effects of fire. Of these fire fighting devices, the...more