We think a lot about safety when we’re out and about. When we get in our cars, we put on our seat belts and lock the doors. If we fly on an airplane, we’re given a speech about how to exit in the event of an emergency. While riding a bike, we wear a helmet.
Are you taking the same precautions for personal safety and security in your home? From having the proper locks installed to equipping your home with safety devices, there are specific steps you can take to keep your home and family safe both when you’re there and when you’re away.
Personal Safety and Security Around the House
One of the most basic things that homeowners can do to secure their houses — both when they’re at home and away — is to make sure they have strong, functional locks installed on all doors and windows. Replace flimsy locks on entry doors with high-quality deadbolts, secure sliding glass doors, and ensure that all windows can be locked.
Once you have locks in place, make sure you actually use them. Many thieves gain entrance to homes by simply coming in through an unlocked door.
It’s also important to make sure you’re well-protected against threats such as fire and carbon monoxide poisoning. Equip your home with fire extinguishers and keep them up-to-date. Smoke detectors that are part of a complete home security system will provide early warning and constant monitoring should a fire break out.
Another key part of personal safety and security in your home is installing carbon monoxide detectors. Because carbon monoxide is colorless and odorless, these detectors are your only defense against a gas that could be deadly to your family members and pets.
Finally, lay out an emergency evacuation plan and go over it with your family members. Most home evacuation plans will cover how to get out, who has what responsibilities, and where your family should regroup in the event of a fire. Depending on specific threats in your geographical region, your evacuation plan may also include what to do if a tornado or earthquake should strike.
Bringing It All Together with a Home Security System
A comprehensive home security system covers many of the personal safety and security concerns that homeowners have both while they’re at home and when they’re away. From protecting against intrusions and providing an early warning of threats such as fire and carbon monoxide, a security system keeps watch 24 hours a day.
Security systems do more than protect against these kinds of threats, however. They can also be customized to provide convenience and peace of mind, whether your family includes active kids or aging loved ones.
Video surveillance is one of the most common ways homeowners opt to protect their home and family while they’re away. Mobile technology means that parents can check in via their smartphones and view a live video feed to make sure kids have made it safely home from school. Camera surveillance is a great way to ensure that older family members are doing well while you’re not home with them. Pet owners also love the many aspects of modern home security that allow them to make sure their furry friends are safe and comfortable throughout the day.
When it comes to personal safety and security, it makes sense to take precautions to secure your home and protect your family. By taking steps such as securing entryways, purchasing fire extinguishers, and making smoke and carbon monoxide detectors part of your comprehensive security system, you’ll have peace of mind both whether you’re at home, away at work, or enjoying a vacation.
At ProTech Security, we have a strong history of experience, innovation, and customer service. The ProTech Security Advantage is more than 30 years of service in Northeast Ohio and a strong commitment to providing quality, cost-effective protection for homes, businesses, educational institutions and government facilities. To see what ProTech Security can do for you, contact us today.
