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How to Protect Yourself From Door-to-Door Home Security Sales

Door-to-Door Home Security Sales: What You Need to Know If you’re a homeowner, chances are you’ve had a door-to-door salesperson show up offering a “special deal” on home services. From pest control to home security, direct sales is still a common way companies market to neighborhoods. The home security industry in particular is a multi-billion-dollar…

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DIY Home Security System Tips

Home security technology has become much more accessible, allowing for homeowners to easily install a DIY security system. These systems are exactly as the name implies—a security system that homeowners install and (typically) manage on their own. When it comes to installing a DIY security system, there are several home security tips that should be…

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Outdoor Security System: What to Look For

These days, home security begins with cameras. But with so many options on the market, it can be difficult to know which cameras offer the best features at the right price. In this guide, we’ll go over the must-have features for outdoor security cameras.  When considering the best outdoor security camera for your home, it’s…

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Monitored vs. DIY Home Security Systems

A home is a safe haven that protects your family and your belongings, and is one of the largest investments that you may ever make. Installing a home security system is one of the smartest steps homeowners can take to make sure it is protected. While their scale and scope can vary greatly, homeowners can…

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2026 Home Security Checklist

Few things are as important to people as their home. The home is a special place filled with family, memories, possessions, and everything we cherish in our lives. This is why homeowners should do everything they can to ensure their home is protected and secure from intruders, fire, and other emergencies. The experts at Modernize…

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10 Easy Ways to Make Your Home Smart

Thanks to home automation, you can now have complete and personalized control of your appliances, lighting, temperature, and even entertainment—all through internet-enabled applications. By automating your home and being able to control it from anywhere in the world, home automation will help you save time, money, and energy. Here are ten easy ways to make your home a smart…

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Home Automation: Home Security From Anywhere

Home Security On the Go Home security is something that is always top-of-mind for me. I live in an area of Austin without a lot of foot traffic and it’s secluded enough that there aren’t always regular police patrols. While having more space and a quieter neighborhood is often one of the best parts of…

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15 Tips to Keep Your Home Safe When Traveling Over the Holiday Season

The holidays are upon us once again, and it’s not just the kids with their wish lists and the seasonal shoppers and decorators who are giddy for this festive time of year. Burglars are excited, too, because the hustle and bustle of the season makes for easy trespassing. Here are 15 ways to tighten your home security and…