Keep the season full of cheer: Discover tips to boost safety during the holidays
Thanksgiving feasts, Christmas get-togethers, and enjoying special moments with loved ones are a few of the things we cherish during the holidays. It’s a time for cheer, but the season also brings an increased number of safety risks. Luckily, following some basic recommendations and using an advanced security system at your Tucson residence can help ensure safety during the holidays.
Going out of town? Avoid break-ins at your Tucson home with advanced video cameras and automation
Traveling to spend time with relatives is a big element of the holidays, but leaving your Tucson home vacant raises the danger of burglaries. But there is a solution. Modern home security systems allow you to watch over your house no matter your whereabouts with innovative surveillance. You are able to check live feeds from your video cameras through the home security app on your smartphone.
The best surveillance devices can even actively protect your home from prowlers. If an individual gets within range, cameras will use visible and audible warnings to frighten them away. Here are serveral other ways you can deter break-ins when you’re out:
- Set lights to come on at different moments to make your house look occupied
- Ensure your home security signage is noticeable
- Check your cell phone app to ensure doors are locked and your alarm is set
- Don’t broadcast on social media that you’re leaving town
Defend against Chrismastime porch pirates in Tucson
For numerous families, the holidays mean a constant wave of packages to your door. Avoid enticing thieves by leaving them on your porch. Rather, receive an immediate alert to your mobile device whenever a delivery appears so you are reminded to retrieve it.
When you can, arrange deliveries for when you’re home. Alternatively, ask a neighbor to collect them. You can open your door and temporarily turn off your alarm from your phone. If somebody is knocking on your door, you can speak to them through your doorbell camera’s two-way talk function.
Adhere to accepted fire safety during the holidays in your Tucson home
Ornamental lights, candles, Christmas trees, and home-cooked meals are popular during the holidays, but they also heighten your risk of fires. Here are some tips on how to prevent them:
- Kitchen blazes rise during the holidays, notably at Thanksgiving. Avoid turning your back on an active stovetop. Keep children clear of hot burners to avoid burns. Remember to observe manufacturer instructions when using fryers.
- Hydrate Christmas trees and keep them a safe distance from fireplaces and open flames, such as candles. Remember that trees get more fire-prone as they dry out.
- Don’t overburden electrical outlets with too many lights and extension cords. Loose connections and faulty outlets are known to spark and may cause fires.
- Glowing candles are beautiful but also risky around trees and other decor. Place them wisely and always blow out flames when stepping out of a room.
Monitored fire alarms are a great way to enhance your protection. When sensors like CO detectors and fire alarms link to your home’s security, you and your 24-7 monitoring specialists will be notified when an alarm goes off, whether you’re there or not.
Stay safe during the holidays with a Vivint smart home in Tucson
Get all the equipment you need to stay safe during the holidays and every day of the year from Vivint. Our Tucson smart security systems include modern features like custom automation, monitored fire alarms and surveillance with active deterrence. Reach us at (520) 655-6492 and give your family the gift of better protection this season.