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Looking for a Home or Business Alarm System? Check Out These Great Resources

Our recent blog topics have focused on a number of security system and home protection issues, including fire safety, benefits of commercial security systems, ways to keep your home from being a target for burglars, and the Videofied security system. If you’d like to learn more, check out these great resources from around the Web!

• IPSecurityMarket.info reveals the results of a recent test of the Videofied video security system.
• To learn more about the Videofied system, check out the product page at Videofied.com.
• The US Fire Administration and FEMA share some home fire prevention tips.
• The Home Safety Council’s website is a helpful guide to home fire safety.
• For some simple tips for preventing house fires, check out this article at RISMedia.com.

For more information, call Post Alarm Systems at (626) 802-5345.

What a Videofied Alarm System Can Do For Your Safety

One of the newest alarm systems on the market is also one of the most advanced. The new Videofied alarm system from RSI Video Technologies is a versatile wireless camera system that can be adapted for use in homes and businesses. It has numerous benefits for both homeowners and business owners alike.

• Ease of Setup
  Because the system is completely wireless, setup is a breeze. Simply place the camera units to provide views of the intended areas of monitoring, install the control panel, and set up the keypad. Because these units communicate with each other wirelessly, there are no holes to drill, wires to run, or difficulty getting the system to recognize the various pieces. Videofied is essentially a “plug-and-play” security system.
• Versatility
  Effective for both homeowners and business owners alike, Videofied is incredibly versatile. With available night-vision cameras specifically designed for both indoors and outdoors, your Videofied system can seamlessly integrate exterior and interior security monitoring.
• System Strength
  Videofied is an incredibly robust, powerful alarm system. Activated by motion, the cameras send a live feed to an off-site security monitoring location, which will dispatch authorities in the case of a break-in. Additionally, because the system is activated by motion, the batteries are able to stay fresh for as long as 4 years.

Videofied is an excellent alarm system for individuals looking for an effective method of security monitoring that doesn’t require professional installation. For more information about Videofied, or any home protection system, call Post Alarm Systems at (626) 802-5345. We have remained family owned and operated for over 50 years and are one of the most trusted security companies in Los Angeles, Orange County, and southern California. From security camera systems to security monitoring, we are your business and home protection specialists.

Keeping You Posted: Halloween Safety - Part 1

Halloween is just a couple of weeks away. As you begin transforming you’re your beautiful home into a scene from your scariest nightmare, there are some important safety tips to keep in mind.

Before Halloween:

• Take extra effort to eliminate tripping hazards on your porch and walkway. Check around your property for flower pots, low tree limbs, support wires or garden hoses that may prove hazardous to young children rushing from house to house.
• Consider fire safety when decorating. Do not overload electrical outlets with holiday lighting or special effects, and do not block exit doors.  Remember, early detection of a fire is critical for your survival.  Smoke detectors are life savers. The primary fire safety strategy for any home is to warn the occupants early. The best way to get the earliest warning of danger is by installing sufficient smoke detectors.  Monitored smoke detectors are the best choice as they allow you and your family to escape while the Central Monitoring Station calls the fire department. If you have battery powered smoke detectors now is a great time to change the batteries. 
• While children can help with the fun of designing a Jack O’ Lantern, leave the carving to adults.
• Always keep Jack O’ Lanterns and hot electric lamps far away from drapes, decorations, flammable materials or areas where children and pets will be standing or walking.  You may want to consider battery operated lights to illuminate Jack O’ Lanterns instead of candles.
• Confine, segregate or otherwise prepare household pets for an evening of frightful sights and sounds.  Be sure that all dogs and cats are wearing collars and proper identification tags.  Consult your veterinarian for further advice.
• Remind all household drivers to remain cautious and drive slowly throughout the community.
• Review with your children the principle of “Stop-Drop-Roll”, should their clothes catch on fire.
• Many cities and malls host safe Halloween events.  Visit your city’s website or contact your local mall for details.

Next week we will go over part 2.                                           

Have a wonderful SAFE day! 

Brought to you courtesy of Post Alarm Systems. For further information, please contact Gina Post at 626-446-7159, extension 133 or via email at gpost@postalarm.com. Please visit our website at www.postalarm.com.

Advantages of a House Alarm

Home protection is a primary concern for every homeowner. Each homeowner finds solutions with varying degrees of efficiency and effectiveness, but one of the best solutions is a home alarm system. Home alarm systems are sometimes seen as a luxury item, but in fact they offer a number of advantages over other methods of home security.

In this video for Expert Village, many of those advantages are outlined. Check it out to learn about a few different types of alarms, as well as the reasons to get one. For more information about home security, call Post Alarm Systems at (626) 802-5345. Family owned and operated for over 50 years, we are a full service home security company. Offering fire alarms to security monitoring, we are one of the largest, most respected security companies in Los Angeles and Orange County California.

Tips for Preventing the Most Common Kinds of House Fires

Fires cause significant damage to homes every year. Worse, most house fires are completely preventable. While there are many causes of house fires, the common thread between many of them is a lack of understanding about how everyday objects can cause house fires. Preventing house fires is ultimately a matter of exercising care and caution.

• Shut Off Appliances
  When not in use, remember to turn off and unplug appliances such as toaster ovens or portable heaters. These appliances can continue to draw power, even when not use, which can cause overheating and electrical shorts. Shutting them off can eliminate the risk of unintended fires.
• Use Electrical Outlets Properly
  Electrical outlets are designed to draw a certain amount of power from the grid. Overloading those outlets with plugs and extension cords can cause electrical shorts, sparks, and overheating, all of which can cause electrical fires. Prevent electrical fires by not overloading your electrical outlets. Only plug in items where their plug will fit, and minimize your use of extension cords whenever possible.
• Install and Test Smoke Detectors
  Properly functioning smoke detectors are the most vital part of any home fire alarm system. Smoke detectors help warn you of trouble, giving you the time to get out of the house alive. Remember to test your smoke detectors monthly, replacing batteries as needed.

Preventing house fires is an important aspect of home protection. For more information about fire alarms and home protection, call Post Alarm Systems at (626) 802-5345. We specialize in all aspects of home protection, including fire alarms and security monitoring; we are equipped to help keep your home, and family, safe. Family owned and operated for over 50 years, we are one of the most trusted home protection companies in the Los Angeles and Orange County California area.