Tips for Thanksgiving Safety and Savings

Hosting Thanksgiving in your home can be both hectic and fun, but safety should always come first. For many people, the second priority is saving money. To help support these priorities, here are some tips for our home security customers in Staten Island. 

Hosting Thanksgiving in your home can be both hectic and fun, but safety should always come first. For many people, the second priority is saving money. To help support these priorities, here are some tips for our home security customers in Staten Island. 

Read More

Home Security Additions for Staten Island Families this School Year

Home Security for families this school year

The first day of school is quickly approaching. Before the kids go back, you’ll make sure they have new clothes and everything on their school supply list. But what about your home — is it ready for the kids to stay home alone after school? If not, we can help you get it ready with two small home security technology additions for your Staten Island family. 

Read More

The Year to Go Pro with Home Security

There’s nothing inherently wrong with DIY home security. After all, some home security is better than none. But if a DIY system was your “starter” home security experience, that doesn’t mean it should be the only home security you ever use. 

Read More

What to Know About Smoke Alarm Monitoring in Staten Island

There are few security devices more critical to protecting your home than smoke alarms. Now, homeowners can be even more protected by taking advantage of professional smoke alarm monitoring. Staten Island homeowners looking for state smoke detector requirements in one and two-family homes can find those in the Building Standards and Codes section of the New York Department of Fire Prevention and Control. Here is information on the requirements, in addition to how you can improve your fire protection at home by upgrading to monitored smoke alarms in your Staten Island home. 

There are few security devices more critical to protecting your home than smoke alarms. Now, homeowners can be even more protected by taking advantage of professional smoke alarm monitoring. Staten Island homeowners looking for state smoke detector requirements in one and two-family homes can find those in the Building Standards and Codes section of the New York Department of Fire Prevention and Control. Here is information on the requirements, in addition to how you can improve your fire protection at home by upgrading to monitored smoke alarms in your Staten Island home. 

Read More

Leaving Home for the Holidays? 3 Steps to Keeping it Secure

Leaving Home for the Holidays? 3 Steps to Keeping it Secure

This year, almost 50% of Americans are planning to travel during the holidays. That makes this the ideal time to remind our Staten Island home security customers how they can elevate their security when they’re away from home. Whether it’s one night or one week, if your family will be leaving home for the holidays, take these steps to fortify your property before and during your trip. 

Read More

Guidelines for Security Cameras in Your Airbnb Rental

If you rent out a vacation property using Airbnb, you may wonder whether the app allows you to list a property where security cameras are installed. It makes sense that you may wish to monitor renters while they are on your property, and home security cameras can certainly help you accomplish this. With that in mind, here are the Airbnb guidelines for security cameras in your Staten Island, New York or New Jersey  property.  

Read More

Prioritizing Summer Safety at Home

Summer Safety at Home

Summer may be the peak of the year, but the rewards of this carefree time of year still carry a great deal of risk. It’s your responsibility to make sure summer safety is prioritized at home; here are some ways to do it. 

Read More

Getting More Out of Home Security this Spring

Getting More Out of Home Security this Spring

Spring is for fresh starts, and that doesn’t only apply to cleaning. It can also include home automation enhancements for your home security. Staten Island homeowners who want more out of their home security this spring can consider these exciting options. 

Read More

Making Your Money Go Further with Winter Energy Management

Making Your Money Go Further with Winter Energy Management

With the rising energy costs we’re all dealing with this winter, many homeowners are getting serious about making their money go further. Fortunately, Alarmingly Affordable can help. With our smart home automation options, you can heat your home more efficiently and protect your pipes from dangerous, costly freezing. Here’s what we offer. 

Read More

Holiday Home Security for New Jersey Homeowners

Holiday Home Security for New Jersey Homeowners

There’s unfortunate news for local homeowners this December: New Jersey experienced a greater spike in crimes like home burglary last holiday season. Here are some facts to consider, followed by information on home security to prevent New Jersey burglaries. 

Read More