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Break-in's increase during the summer. Use our checklist to keep the odds in your favour.
☐ 1. SHARE INFORMATION
- Let your neighbours know if there is unusual activity or crime on your block.
- Join your local Neighbourhood Group on Facebook and learn about recent activities.
eg: Stonebridge Neighbourhood Watch - Share video and images from your doorbell camera or security cameras.
- Share information with the Police as it may help with an arrest.
☐ 2. BE SMART
- Ask all strangers for identification. The person who is “lost” and looking for directions could actually be a burglar checking to see if someone is home.
- DO NOT advertise on Facebook or Instagram that you are travelling. You may think you’re letting your friends and family know you’re having a great time, but people often forget to change their privacy settings. If you like to post photos - post them after you get back.
☐ 3. LOCK YOUR DOORS AND WINDOWS
- Many burglars go door to door looking for targets that forgot to lock their front doors and car doors. Make sure all doors and windows are locked.
- If you lose a key get the locks changed.
- A better alternative is to eliminate keys altogether by installing an Alarm.com smart lock with built in keypad.
- Install monitored door and window sensors.
- When your security system is "armed" an instant alert is sent to your smartphone and our 24/7 Monitoring Stations
☐ 4. USE PROPPER LIGHTING
- Burglars target unoccupied homes so keep your home well lit at night.
- Install timers that turn lights, radios and televisions on at different times. This gives the appearance that someone is home.
- A better option is to install Alarm.com smart lights and smart appliance modules and setup on an alternating schedules.
☐ 5. INSTALL A SMART SECURITY SYSTEM
- $0 Smart Security packages range from $34.95/mo. to $79.95/mo.
- Protection against intrusion, fire, carbon monoxide, flood, low temperature and more
- No phone line required
- Alarm.com smartphone and desktop apps
- 400% less likely to have a break-in
- Up to 20% of homeowners insurance - consult your insurance broker
☐ 6. INSTALL SMART CAMERAS
- Check on your property from Anywhere, Anytime with a doorbell camera
- Get instant alerts when a person is at the front door
- Speak to visitors
- All events are recorded and can be used as evidence
- Secure your entire property in color 24/7 with our $0 ColorVu Camera Sale
CUSTOMISE THE PERFECT SECURITY SYSTEM FOR YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS.
SASKATOON SECURITY
Reed Security Headquarters
306.653.3200 or 1.844.384.SAFE (7233)
SuRe InnoVations
306.974.0888
PRINCE ALBERT SECURITY
306.922.7200
REGINA SECURITY
306.206.0700
CALGARY SECURITY
587.393.2800
EDMONTON SECURITY
855.424.2324
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Our new Touchless Video Doorbell recognizes when a person stands on your doormat, and sends you a mobile alert.
Just tap the alert to see, hear and talk to your visitor through your Alarm.com app, from wherever you are.
You can do more at the front door like:
- Check on doorstep deliveries
- Capture Porch Pirates
- See, hear and speak to visitors
- Watch live video feeds Anywhere, Anytime
- Keep visitors safe with 2 way audio and touch free doorbell experience
- Get around the clock smart alerts
FEATURES:
- Expansive FOV (150° V, 115° H)
- Full HD (1440 x 1920) video resolution
- High Dynamic Range (HDR) for bright light conditions
- IR night vision (15 feet) for low light conditions
- Video Analytics on the edge for faster, more relevant alerts
- Live video and saved clip viewing
- Two-Way Audio through the mobile app
- Battery heater for low-temperature operation
- 2x2 antenna for improved Wi-Fi range
- Compatible with existing doorbell transformers (requires 16-30 VAC, 10 VA)
- Compatible with mechanical and digital chimes
*Requirements:
-strong Wi-Fi Connection outside your home
-internet package with minimum 2.5 MBPS upload speed per camera
-existing doorbell must have a 16V 10VA transformer (or an electrician is required)
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Source: saskatoonpolice.ca
The Saskatoon Police Service would like to advise citizens of a recent rash of Break & Enters to residential garages. Since October, there have been more than 40 occurrences reported where the perpetrator(s) had gained entry to garages with wooden overhead doors by removing one of the panels. Many times tools and machinery including large items like a snowmobile and snow blowers were taken, and in some cases nothing was taken.
Citizens are encouraged to report any cases as such, regardless of items being taken or not, and to keep a vigilant eye in their neighbourhood for suspicious activity or vehicles in alleyways or driveways that have garages with wooden overhead doors.
Added security such as motion lights and recorded video cameras can be beneficial to these investigations and should be referenced when reporting.
USE THIS CHECKLIST FOR BETTER GARAGE SECURITY
☐ Make sure everything is locked
The easiest way for an intruder to break in is without forced entry; you left a door or window unlocked. Make it part of your routine to ensure all access points are secure when you are done using your garage. The same applies for access points with your home and vehicles.
☐ Add motion lighting
A motion light has two components - a motion sensor and a light. When the motion sensor PIR detects a change in heat the light turns on an illuminates the area. Intruders do not like lighting because it's easier to identify them. Motion lights can be purchased from your local hardware store. We recommend a models with LED lighting. Solar-powered models are very easy to install on your own without contracting an electrician.
☐ Add Door and Window Sensors
A door or window sensor is connected to a security system and lets you know when a door or window is opened. An armed sensor triggers a siren and notifies our 24/7 Monitoring Stations to dispatch the Police.
Note: Most wireless sensors require a heated garage, 0 degrees Celsius or warmer to function properly. Cold temperature sensors are available.
☐ Add a Motion Sensor
A motion sensor is connected to a security system and lets you know when there is movement in front of the sensor. An armed sensor triggers a siren and notifies our 24/7 Monitoring Stations to dispatch the Police. This sensor would detect when an intruder removes a wooden door panel from an overhead door and enters the garage.
Note: Most wireless sensors require a heated garage, 0 degrees Celsius or warmer to function properly. Cold temperature sensors are available.
☐ Add Window Bars or Security Shutters
Sometimes adding security sensors isn't enough. In this case you should add a physical barrier to deter and prevent entry. Metal window bars can be purchased from your local hardware store. Roll up security shutters can be purchased online.
☐ Add a Siren with Flashing Strobe Light
A exterior siren with flashing strobe light is connected to a security system. When triggered by a door, window or motion sensor it creates 110db of unwanted ATTENTION. Intruders often leave the property.
☐ Partition the House and Garage
Modern home security systems have a programming feature called "partitioning". This allows areas to be armed/disarmed independently from each other. Partition 1 can be the Home and Partition 2 can be the Garage. When you are not using your garage make sure it is armed.
☐ Add Security Cameras
A security camera allows you to keep an eye on things and acts as both a deterrent and recovery tool. All evidence is recorded either to a cloud or local NVR (network video recorder) and is used in Police investigations.
REEDHD™ ColorVu security cameras use ultra low light sensors and a spotlight to see in full color at night.
☐ Add Warning Signage
We provide "Protected by Reed Security" warning signs and decals to our clients. When you have a monitored security system you are 400% less likely to experience a break in. Make sure intruders know you are protected.
All security devices are eligible for the Saskatchewan Home Renovation Tax Credit.
Contact us today for a No Obligation, 20 minute Smart Home/Business Evaluation or call 1.844.384.7233
SASKATOON SECURITY
Reed Security Headquarters
306.653.3200 or 1.844.384.SAFE (7233)
SuRe InnoVations
306.974.0888
PRINCE ALBERT SECURITY
306.922.7200
REGINA SECURITY
306.206.0700
CALGARY SECURITY
587.393.2800
EDMONTON SECURITY
855.424.2324