Preparing Your Home for Fall in Kentucky
It is getting darker earlier and the leaves are changing color. Though the summer weather may still be teasing us, now is the ti… Read on →
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- The MOST Vulnerable Time for Your Home
Envision a home burglary, you probably think it is taking place at night. You probably see a masked burglar looking for some snea… Read on →
- Why You Need Monitored Security in Your Home
Merriam-Webster defines "home” as "the place (such as a house or apartment) where a person lives.” If you are like most people, y… Read on →
- 10 Reasons You Need a Security System
If you are considering installing a security system in your home, there are many reasons why this may be a good idea. Not only do… Read on →
- SCAM ALERT! Avoid These Common Kentucky Scams
Be it through mail services, phone calls, or email, scams are now an extremely popular form of theft. In 2017 alone, scammers wer… Read on →
- National Safety Month: Keeping Your Home Safe for Children
Reevaluating your home's safety standards is a great way to recognize National Safety Month. If you are the parent of a youngste… Read on →
- National Safety Month: Playground Safety
Playground safety is one of the most important topics covered as part of National Safety Month. If you have a play set in your b… Read on →
- National Safety Month: 5 Ways to Make Your Home Safer!
If you own a home, you should go out of your way to protect your valuables and personal safety. Safeguarding a home does not have… Read on →
- What Should I do if I've Been Burglarized?
One of the last things that anyone wants to go through is to return home and realize they have fallen victim to a burglar. It is … Read on →
- 6 Safety Tips for Grilling
Grilling season is almost here! We all love tasty steak, chicken and sausage cooked up on the grill. Unfortunately, grilling com… Read on →
- 5 Social Media Security Hazards and How to Avoid Them
Are you a social media user? It’s nearly impossible to avoid the allure of social media platforms in our modern age. In fact, a … Read on →
- Are DIY Security Systems a Cost Effective Choice?
When it comes to a home security system, you can either contract with a professional or attempt to install a unit yourself. Many … Read on →
- Top 10 Hiding Spots Burglars Always Look First
How can you beat a burglar? By staying one step ahead of them. Bryan Bates, Bates Security expert, discusses the top 10 hiding … Read on →
- Spring Cleaning Safety Checklist
When making a spring cleaning checklist, you will likely come up with a number of items that will spruce up your home. What you m… Read on →
- The Best Time to Buy a Home Security System
If you own a home and do not have a home security system, you have likely wondered when the optimal time to install one is. Many … Read on →
- The 5 Most Common Home Security Mistakes
Sure, we've all heard not to leave a spare key under the doormat and to always leave a light on when we're not home. And while w… Read on →
- Facts About Home Fires You Need to Know
In the event of a home fire, most people assume they will quickly spot the flames, grab their family and make a quick exit. Unfor… Read on →
- Pet Anxiety & Tips for a Safe Pet Home
Here in Wildcat country, we take pet ownership seriously. In fact, Kentucky ranks 3rd across all other states in households with… Read on →
- 5 Reasons to Consider Home Video Surveillance
Your home should be where you feel the safest. In fact, if you are like most, you keep everything that is near and dear to your heart in the home. Read on →
- The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide You Need to Know
Carbon monoxide has been called a "silent killer,” and is responsible for more than 430 deaths in the United States each year. Th… Read on →
