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  • Winter Safety Tips

    Winter Safety Tips

    • Light up the dark

    – It gets dark much earlier these days, and criminals like to work in the dark. They don’t want to get caught in the act and the best way to do this is to commit crimes in darkness.
    – Installing motion-activated lights. Not only will this act as a deterrent to criminals, but it also helps cameras capture higher quality video.

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    • Prepare for emergencies

    – Power outages and other emergencies increase during winter. Frozen power lines or fallen trees can leave homes without electricity.
    – Keep an emergency kit at home. It should include flashlights, batteries, blankets and other items to get you through a power outage.
    – Flooding is also a concern at this time of year. Cold temperatures can cause pipes to break, flooding homes and basements. Our flood detectors can alert you if a flood occurs no matter where you are.

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    • Be careful with heaters

    – Every winter, fires and even deaths are caused by unsafe heating.
    – Be sure to keep anything that can burn (blankets, paper, clothing, etc.) at least three feet away from heating equipment such as furnaces, fireplaces or space heaters.
    – Never use an oven, BBQ or outdoor heater to heat your home.
    – Have all heating equipment checked for safety issues before turning it on for the first time this season.
    – Never leave portable heaters unattended.
    – Make sure your carbon monoxide detectors are working correctly.
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    To add flood detectors, carbon monoxide detectors or other life safety devices to your security system, call 1-800-265-5317, or just CLICK HERE.

  • Fire Safety Tips

    Fire Safety Tips

    With the changing weather comes a host of to-do items around your home. Being aware of your surroundings will help keep you safe as the seasons change from fall to winter.

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    You should always be thinking fire safety around the house, but maybe a little more at this time of year, because we have more appliances to plug in. If you didn’t change the batteries in your smoke detector when you set your clocks back, do so! Make sure your family has a well rehearsed escape plan as well.

    Do a quick check around the house to make sure there are no flammable substances near your furnace that have been left out from a summer project.

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    Don’t put your space heater too close to your bed, curtains, or furniture. Shut them off when you’re not using them, and never leave them unattended. Do not use them to dry off wet clothing like mittens or hats.

    If you have a chimney, make sure it totally clear so your fire can breathe. Do a quick visual inspection of the bricks on the outside to see that it is in good condition. Keep matched, lighters and candles away from children and pets.

    While doing your outside inspection, look for bad windowsills, loose shingles and slanting concrete. Check all the outdoor light fixtures, and clean your gutters or eaves troughs.

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    Smoke Detectors should be installed on every floor, and should be changed every 5-7 years.

    To add monitored smoke detectors to your security system, call 1-800-265-5317 or just CLICK HERE.

  • On The Go And In The Know

    On The Go And In The Know

    The Total Connect app makes it easy to control your smart alarm system from your phone or tablet, wherever you are. This easy and intuitive solution makes your smart home security system more convenient and effective than ever before. By using the app, you can easily:

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    •          Arm or disarm your alarm system
    •          Control the lights, locks and thermostats in your home
    •          Manage garage door access
    •          View live video from your home security cameras
    •          See your home’s status at a glance

    The app also features Actionable Notifications. These notifications come straight to your phone and allow you to act on them immediately. For example, if you leave your home and forget to close your garage, you will receive a notification on the Total Connect app. You can then quickly and easily respond to the notification and close your garage, all from your phone or tablet.
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    You can also check in to see if you leave your home without arming your alarm system. By keeping track of the status of the alarm when you are outside your home you’ll never have to worry about leaving your home unsecured again!

    By making it easy and simple to monitor and control your home, these systems and applications make your property safer and your life easier. Contact us today for more information on smart home alarm systems and to find out more about how they can keep you safe and secure. Call 1-800-265-5317 or just CLICK HERE.

  • Protect What Matters

    Protect What Matters

    When you think about alarm systems and home security, you probably think about how it protects your property and your family. But, for many people, protecting their family also means protecting pets. The good news is that the same tools that keep your human family safe can also protect your fur-babies.

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    Criminals can raid a house in seconds, stealing large amounts of valuables and damaging your property. When they do, they can also put your pets at risk. That’s why, to protect your pets and keep them safe, you’ll want to have a monitored alarm system installed. These systems are connected to our central monitoring station so we can notify you right away and send emergency assistance immediately, helping to keep your pets safe and secure in the long run.

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    Older or less sophisticated alarm systems often have motion detectors that can be tripped by pets, resulting in false alarms and systems that are rendered ineffective. Not only do the latest alarm systems have pet immunity devices that compensate for the movement of pets, our smart security systems integrate with cameras. This means you, or a central station operator, can view live footage of your property as soon as an alarm comes in. This means that we can quickly use this footage to determine if a crime is actually taking place or if your dog just knocked over a lamp.
    In short, a smart security system can provide you with your pet’s additional peace of mind.

    To learn more, call 1-800-265-5317, or just CLICK HERE.

  • Cell Phone Safety

    Cell Phone Safety

    A lady that had her handbag stolen has also learned a tough lesson in cell phone safety.

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    Her handbag, which contained a cell phone, credit card, wallet, etc., was stolen while she was shopping. Twenty minutes later when she called her hubby, from a pay phone telling him what had happened, hubby says, “I received your text asking about our PIN number and I replied a little while ago.”  When they rushed down to the bank, the bank staff told them all the money was already withdrawn.  The thief had actually used the stolen cell phone to text “hubby” in the contact list and got hold of the PIN.  All of the money from their bank account had been withdrawn within 20 minutes!

    Moral of this story

    Do not disclose relationships between you and the people in your contact list.  Avoid using names like Home, Honey, Hubby, Sweetheart, Dad, Mom, etc.

    And, very importantly, when sensitive info is being asked through texts, CONFIRM by calling back.

  • Crime Spree

    The Windsor Star reports that a string of property crime, particularly thefts from vehicles, should have Essex County residents on high alert, say police.

    Police Officers charged one man with 23 separate offences for property related thefts in Leamington last week and then arrested three young offenders on Monday after they were caught rummaging through vehicles in Kingsville.

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    Essex County OPP urge residents to lock up their belongings.

    “Our officers patrol your neighbourhoods at all hours of the day and night but unfortunately cannot be everywhere all the time,” detachment commander Glenn Miller said in a news release. “We rely on the citizens of Essex County to secure their property and notify us if they see anything suspicious.”

    Here are some tips:

    • Always set your security system. Even if you’re just running to corner store, or when you go to sleep at night.
    • Always lock your doors
    • Keep your property well maintained so it is obvious that the home is lived in
    • Remove shrubs from around basement windows
    • Have a neighbor pick up the mail and keep an eye on he house when you’re gone for extended periods of time

    To learn more about adding video surveillance to your security system, call 1-800-265-5317, or just CLICK HERE.

  • Cameras And NVR’s

    Cameras And NVR’s

    NVRs now have up to 8TB, providing enough space to store and archive your video surveillance footage. Just like the 4 channel NVRs, the 8 and 16 embedded NVRs are competitively priced, easy to install and ideal for small to medium security applications.

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    Security ONE’s NVR’s offer a broader range of options making it easier for you to transition from analog to IP. The 4 – channel or 8 – channel NVR will save you time and money. Its intuitive, user-friendly configuration allows you to see live video  at a level of quality akin to to going from VCR to Blu-Ray!

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    These units are perfect for for small to medium sized businesses, office settings or convenience stores. The simple low-profile cameras are perfect for tight spaces, and offer plug n’ play ease of functionality.

    They easy to use, configure, and maintain. Call Security ONE to learn more at 1-800-265-5317 or just CLICK HERE.

  • Wireless Symposium

    Wireless Symposium

    WHEN you think of technology, forget about Silicon Valley – think of Windsor, Ontario.

    Windsor is a strong technology-passionate region, fueled by Automotive, one of the most sophisticated, talented, technology driven industries.  For over 45 years, KELCOM has been devoted to delivering leading-edge wireless technology and front line innovative products and services to Southwestern Ontario.

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    On January 21st from 10AM – 4PM, KELCOM will exceed its reputation as we open our doors for our first ever Wireless Business Symposium.

    Security ONE is very proud to present along side world-class industry leaders from AirWatch, Red Piston, TELUS IoT, and Fleet Complete. We will all present our unique business solutions to an audience of small- to medium- sized business owners to corporations of all sizes, many of whom are locally owned and operated.

    You will have an exclusive opportunity to learn more about cutting-edge business solutions that will allow your business to achieve increased efficiencies, generate revenue and improve overall communication and reporting through engaging presentations ranging from Mobile Device Management, to Fortune 500 standard Mobile Apps & Service, to IoT- Game changing technology.

    Security ONE will be discussing analog vs. IP cameras, Integrated software solutions, and commercial security solutions. We will be presenting at 2pm.

    Please call 1-800-265-5317 to RSVP or JUST CLICK HERE to confirm your attendance.

  • Protection From Home Invasions

    Protection From Home Invasions

    A home invasion is a terrifying situation to be involved in. Thankfully, having additional security tools installed in your home can prevent home invasions and keep you safe.

    Practical security items like window bars and security gates on doors can reduce the likelihood of a home invasion. So can reinforced doors, dead bolt locks and interlocking doors. In addition to physical security, having a monitored alarm system and monitored video surveillance cameras installed is crucial.

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    Installing security cameras and having them connected to a central monitoring station provides extra protection and additional peace of mind. The video footage recorded by such a system can even be used to identify criminals and prosecute them for their crimes.

    Monitored security cameras are watched over at all times by trained staff. When a trouble condition is spotted, the central staff can take steps to resolve the situation. They can view live and pre-recorded video to determine what is taking place at the home. They can even contact the authorities directly and explain the situation to them. This ensures that the police will arrive quickly, since they’ll know that an active crime is taking place.

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    Protecting your home with a centrally-monitored alarm system and surveillance cameras is a proven way to deter criminals from striking, as they know that the alarm and cameras are likely to catch them in the act and make escaping without being identified significantly more difficult.

    Call 1-800-265-5317 today to book a free, no-obligation security evaluation of your premises or just CLICK HERE.

  • Dumb Criminal – Easy To Track

    Dumb Criminal – Easy To Track

    Let’s just go ahead and give this guy the title of “World’s Dumbest Criminal – EVER”. For starters, Brandon Campbell got himself arrested for stealing a GPS Navigation device. He was released, but fitted with an ankle monitor – you know, to track his GPS location at all times.

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    If the irony hasn’t already gotten the best of you, wait. There’s more. So much more. You’d think it would be fair to assume that he knew what these gadgets do. But did this slow old Brandon down? Nope. He was accused of burglarizing as many as fifteen homes taking $90,000 of merchandise while sporting his fashionable ankle accessory.
    After Campbell was caught, prosecutors didn’t exactly have a tough time putting together a case against him. After all, the ankle monitor allowed them to track his whereabouts and provided proof that he was at the scene of each burglary when the crime was going down.

    Here’s where the story gets better – and old Brandon lays claim to our title:
    After Brandon served his time for the 15 break-ins, the DA’s office says a thief ransacked a home swiping electronics and jewelry. You’re thinking it was Brandon right? Yup. It was Brandon. While he no longer had the ankle monitor on, investigators say the thief did leave something behind at the scene of the crime: a pop can.
    The can was eventually tested for DNA and scored a hit with Campbell, whose particulars were on record owing to previous arrests cataloged on his criminal record.
    He is now facing 47 years in the clink – or we like to call it, the Dumb Criminal’s Hall of Fame!