Yard Landscaping Can Strengthen Home Security

Arranging plants and outdoor ornaments can support your security system

Burglars may be deterred by the landscaping in front of your home and even lawn ornaments. There are many ways to improve your landscaping by arranging plants and outdoor ornaments so burglars will be less likely to target your house. • Place thorny plants near the windows of your home. • Make use of plants which are shorter in size so that burglars have no good hiding places. • Keep plants trimmed so they can also provide you with an extra line of defense. • Be mindful of which plants must be trimmed in fall. Using your landscaping to add to your home’s safety, in addition to a home security system is a simple way to improve your family’s safety. … Read More

Choosing a Nanny Camera

Technology and legal considerations will affect your selection

Many working parents rely on nanny cameras to ensure their children are safe when in the care of a babysitter. In-home security recording can also be helpful for parents who want to check on older children that are home alone. There are some important considerations when deciding what type of security camera will work best for you. • Location – the camera should be placed in a location where most of the activity will occur. Be sure your security company will work with you to understand your family’s lifestyle and will customize your system for you. • Image files – in the past, sec…… Read More

How to Ensure Your Security Cameras Will Really Keep You Safe

Security cameras can help every homeowner improve their family’s safety and can provide you with a valuable record of activities in and around your house. A major factor in the effectiveness of your security cameras is their location and the equipment the cameras are partnered with. Sentry Security suggests families consider one or more of these five set-ups to ensure optimum protection. 1. Facing the front gate or pathway. If you have a defined access point for your property, placing a came…… Read More

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Sentry Security is Chicago’s hometown provider of security solutions for homeowners, small businesses, and large enterprises. The company specializes in the installation, service, and monitoring of security and fire alarm systems, as well as access control and video surveillance. Sentry Security’s human touch approach to customer service, design, and installation seeks to establish a personal connection with its customers and. For more information, visit www.sentrysecurity.com or call 847-353-7200.