Protecting your home means more than preventing break-ins. True home safety covers every threat to your family’s well-being, including fire and carbon monoxide (CO). While most people associate a security system with intruders, adding fire detection and carbon monoxide monitoring provides an additional, life-saving layer of protection that works 24/7. Protecting What Matters Most Fire… Read more »
As a family and Veteran-owned business serving New York and Connecticut for decades, we have seen it all when it comes to home security. Unfortunately, many homeowners unknowingly make small mistakes that leave their homes vulnerable to burglars. Let’s take a look at some of the most common security mistakes made by homeowners. Relying Too… Read more »
If you’re thinking of getting an alarm system which typically involves things like security cameras and motion sensors, there are lots of choices (and decisions) to make, and NYCONN Security Systems can help you– just call 914-241-3700 in Bedford Hills (Westchester), NY or 860-354-1947 in New Milford, CT. Now if you’re planning on getting a… Read more »
Protecting your family and property is a priority, and a reliable home security system is a crucial part of that protection. However, even the best security systems need regular testing to ensure they’re working as expected. Why Testing Your Security System Matters You rely on your home security system to alert you to potential intrusions,… Read more »
If a burglar wants to break into your house, they will find a way to do so. It might be through an unlocked door, an open window or other means. They might wait until nightfall and notice if there are no lights on inside the home so they feel free to enter it (since it’s… Read more »
Are you currently looking for “the right home security installer?” If you are, then there are some things you’re taking into consideration, including cost, availability, reliability and trustworthiness. Basically, you want something installed that’s within your budget, delivered and set up by trustworthy people who show up on time and ready to work at a… Read more »
If you’re still using the home security system you bought and had installed in the 1980s, it might be time for a new home security system. It’s interesting how the older we get, time gets hazy– it may seem like 1981 was yesterday, but it was over 40 years ago! Keeping Up With New Security… Read more »
Think like a burglar. What would attract a burglar to your house? They’d want easy access and a lack of security stuff like cameras or locks, right? They’d also look for indications you’re not home because they’d rather not deal with people when stealing stuff. What Attracts Burglars too Certain Homes? If you have a… Read more »
Choosing the right home alarm system company can be an overwhelming task. With so many options available and technical jargon floating around, it’s essential to know what to look for. You’re not just selecting a product; you’re entrusting a company with the safety of your family and prized possessions. Below are some key tips to… Read more »
If you live in a house, you’d get a residential security system. If you work in an office park, the manager of that park would look into commercial security systems to protect the campus/buildings. Both residential and commercial security systems aim to prevent intruders from breaking in… and if there is an intruder, they alert… Read more »
Should you have “smart” home security? First, it’s important to define what “smart” even means these days… In general, a “smart” device is somewhat automated and can be programmed through an intuitive user interface. Increasingly, smart devices are becoming connected with one another via networks. So, for instance, you could have a smart home security… Read more »
It’s that time of year when people start planning trips away from their home, especially for “summer vacation.” With that in mind, what are some bad home security habits to avoid? Forgetting Locks For starters, a lot of people are lax when it comes to locking up their place. It’s important, though, to lock all… Read more »
Have you ever seen a ‘beware of dog’ yellow and black warning sign posted near someone’s front door or on their front gate/fence? They want you to know they aren’t playin’ around when it comes to security on their premises. Now you might not know they have a cute little Pomerian or a vicious black… Read more »
Are some home security systems weak? Yes, because they’re old, out-of-date and/or able to be hacked. Oftentimes, system owners don’t even realize their systems are vulnerable until they find out after it’s too late. We live in a computer-driven tech world where there are millions of signals going back and forth and we don’t even… Read more »
Are you thinking of buying a residential security system? What are some things to keep in mind if you’re planning on buying one from a company like NYCONN Security Systems? Research When looking into residential security systems, do some online research to learn what you’d be getting, how it protects you and your assets and… Read more »