Locked Out of Your House? Here’s What to Do Almost everyone has felt the feeling in the pit of their stomach when they realized they were locked outside their house. It always takes a few seconds to admit to yourself what happened as you pat your pockets, retraces your steps, and think, though improbable, that…
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It’s common practice for Bloomington homeowners to leave a spare key hidden somewhere on their property. This gives them the benefit of still gaining access to their home when they’ve forgotten their normal key or have accidentally locked themselves outside. In some cases, it also provides entry to the home to non-residents who still need…
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5 Signs Your Home is an Easy Target for Burglars Safety is best described as a habit. When you instinctively look both ways before crossing the street or, without thought, plug in your seatbelt before driving, you’re engaging in the type of repeatable behaviors that increase your safety. Far too often, though, our habits can…
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The Best Places to Mount An Outdoor Security Camera When deciding where to install security cameras outdoors, it can be hard to find the right location for your needs. You want to make your cameras noticeable to deter break-ins, but not easy to highlight for potential robbers the areas of your property that are unmonitored.…
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5 Sign Your Home Security System Needs an Update When it comes to home security systems, technology is progressing at a rate that could make some people feel left behind. Between smart systems, wireless technology, and high-definition home security cameras, you may find yourself wondering when to upgrade your dated system. But knowing there is new…
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Prevent a Disaster in Your Home with These Environmental Sensors Your home’s security system is designed to keep your home and your family safe from potential break-ins. But keeping your home secure is more than just worrying about other people. To prevent a home disaster, you will need fully functioning environmental sensors to alert you when a…
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Deciding to purchase a home security system is a solid first step to ensuring a high level of safety for your family. However, when determining what type of system you need, or what components are necessary to maintain that level of safety, it’s easy to fall into the trap of confusion due to an overwhelming number of options.…
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7 Easy Ways to Secure Your Construction Site Construction sites are an obvious mark for thieves. These sites are accessible, contain valuable equipment and are abandoned at night. For all of these reasons and more, reports of heavy equipment thefts are on the rise. As thieves take equipment with a plan in place to re-sell…
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The front door is typically the first place that criminals look when trying to break in. To keep valuable equipment, electronic devices and inventory secure, business owners should pay attention to front door security. Homeowners can also enjoy better security by taking important steps to strengthen the front door. This can keep families safe and…
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Keeping your business healthy means protecting its assets from theft. We’re not just talking about cash stored in registers. Customer data, financial records, computers, and product inventory all have significant value. Whether you run a small business or a large corporation with multiple store locations, security should be a top priority. Here are seven essential commercial…
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Your home should feel safe and secure with your security system installed. If you don’t keep your security system updated, however, you may not have that peace of mind. Home security systems are crucial to keeping your home protected and staying prepared for the worst. New security systems give you even more power over the cameras and…
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Many responsibilities come with being a business owner. One of the most important is the moral and legal obligation to see to the safety of workers, customers, and in some cases, even trespassers. This is especially the case if you run a high-target business, such as a bank. Gated communities and commercial office buildings also…
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Modern technology is transforming home monitoring capabilities in so many ways. Residential security systems make it possible to stay informed about both expected and unexpected activity at your house. Here are several things you should keep in mind as you prepare to select your video surveillance systems. Security Needs The first thing you should pinpoint…
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Home Security Monthly Cost We understand that searching for a home security system can be stressful when it comes to cost of a home security system. Might even be confusing, but that is why we are here! There are so many different home security companies you could choose to go with but how do you know…
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Change Your Locks It is important to change your locks when you move into a new home. You never know who had previous access to the home before you moved in. You should also rekey your locks if you lose your keys. We recommends replacing your locks with Medeco high-security locks for maximum home security.…
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Businesses generally have a lot to lose. Most people resort to a security system after something happens. If you want to significantly lower the chance of losing valuables, we recommends having a professionally installed and monitored security system within your building of operations. The security system can be set up for individual users to have their…
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Floyd Lock & Safe, a division of Per Mar Security Services, is a local company that has served the Twin Cities and surrounding areas for over 75 years.
