Outdoor Lighting for Curb Appeal and Safety

September 29th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

Think about it: Most of your guests (and if your home is on the market, many would-be buyers) see your home only in the evening, when its best features may be lost in the shadows.

Well-executed outdoor lighting enhances architectural detail and plays up landscape features, casting your home in the best possible light and adding an abundance of curb appeal. Read the rest of this entry »

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Home Security Systems: Installation and How They Work

April 12th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

Every 23 seconds, a house is burgled in the United States, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Each break-in costs home owners an average of $2,200 in stolen personal goods and possessions.

A $250 to $700 home security system can provide a powerful deterrent: it sends the message that your house won’t be an easy target, and gives crooks a strong incentive to pick another place. Read the rest of this entry »

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How to Run a Great Neighborhood Watch Meeting

April 11th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

Are your neighborhood watch meetings a little too same-old, same-old? Spice them up by inviting the police to visit, adding some party to the meeting mix, and luring powerful speakers.  Read the rest of this entry »

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Home Security Systems: Types and Costs

April 8th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

Few events are as unsettling as coming home to a house that’s been broken into. A home security system can provide not simply a sense of safety but also genuine protection from burglars who are looking to rob a defenseless house. Read the rest of this entry »

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Do-It-Yourself Home Security Check: 5 Essential Steps

April 7th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

A professionally installed and monitored home security system is a nice addition to your home’s defenses, but it shouldn’t be step one. First, conduct your own home security check. After you’ve inspected your home’s doors and windows, make sure these essential steps are covered: Read the rest of this entry »

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Home Security Cameras: Peace of Mind While You’re Away

December 30th, 2015 Categories: Random Thoughts

Camera surveillance was once available to business owners and the ultra-rich, and required professional installation. Thanks to Internet-based web cameras, adding home security cameras is an affordable weekend project. Read the rest of this entry »

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