Keep the season full of cheer: Discover tips to boost safety during the holidays
Chrismas get-togethers, Thanksgiving feasts, and enjoying quality time with family members are a few of the traditions we look forward to over the holidays. It’s a time for cheer, but the season also includes an increased number of safety risks. Luckily, following some basic recommendations and using a well-equipped security system at your Montgomery residence can improve safety during the holidays.
Leaving town? Avoid burglaries at your Montgomery home with advanced video cameras and automation
Venturing out to see relatives is a holiday custom, but leaving your Montgomery house vacant increases the threat of intrusions. But there is a way to reduce the risk. Modern home security systems let you keep tabs on your property regardless of your whereabouts with the latest surveillance. You may check live feeds from your video cameras through the smart home app on your mobile device.
Top surveillance tools can actively safeguard your home from thieves. If an individual gets within range, cameras will use visible and audible warnings to scare them away. Here are a few more ways you can deter break-ins when you’re traveling:
- Set lights to turn on at various intervals to make your home look occupied
- Confirm that your home security signage is noticeable
- Check to confirm doors are secured and your alarm is on through the smartphone app
- Don’t announce on social platforms that you’re traveling
Defend against Chrismastime porch pirates in Montgomery
For many families, the holidays mean a constant wave of packages to the front door. Avoid tempting prowlers by allowing them to sit on your porch. Alternatively, obtain an automatic notification to your smartphone whenever a delivery shows up so you can retrieve it.
When you can, schedule deliveries for when you’ll be present. Alternatively, ask a neighbor to collect them. You can unlock your door and temporarily disarm your system from your mobile device. If a person is knocking on your door, you can speak to them through your doorbell camera’s two-way talk function.
Practice proper fire safety during the holidays in your Montgomery home
String lights, candles, Christmas trees, and family meals are common during the holidays, but they also heighten your risk of fires. Here are a few tips for how to avoid them:
- Cooking fires increase during the holiday season, especially at Thanksgiving. Avoid turning your back on a busy stovetop. Keep little ones at a distance to prevent burns. Remember to adhere to manufacturer instructions when cooking with fryers.
- Keep Christmas trees hydrated and clear of fireplaces and open flames, such as candles. Keep in mind that trees become more flammable as they dry.
- Avoid overtaxing electrical outlets with too many lights and extension cords. Insecure connections and older outlets are at risk of sparking and may cause fires.
- Burning candles are lovely but also hazardous around decorations and trees. Place them carefully and always extinguish flames when exiting an area.
Monitored fire alarms are a fantastic way to upgrade your protection. When environmental sensors like carbon monoxide detectors and fire alarms connect to your home’s security, you and your 24-hour monitoring specialists will be alerted when an alarm trips, whether you’re on site or not.
Remain safe during the holidays with a Vivint smart home in Montgomery
Discover everything you need to stay safe during the holidays and all year round from Vivint. Our Montgomery smart security systems offer innovative features like custom automation, monitored fire alarms and video cameras with active deterrence. Contact us at (334) 378-2456 and give your family the gift of better security this holiday.