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 traditions we look forward to around the holidays. It’s a time for celebration, but the season also brings an increased number of safety risks. Luckily, adhering to some simple guidelines and using a modern security system at your Wichita residence can boost safety during the holidays.
Leaving town? Deter break-ins at your Wichita home with advanced video cameras and automation
Going to see relatives is a big aspect of the holidays, but leaving your Wichita home empty increases the threat of break-ins. But there is a solution. Modern home security systems permit you to watch over your home no matter where you are with advanced surveillance. You can access live footage from your cameras via the home security app on your mobile device.
The best surveillance devices can even actively safeguard your home from thieves. If someone creeps too close, cameras will use audible and visible warnings to scare them away. Here are serveral other ways you can avoid break-ins when you’re away:
- Schedule lights to turn on at different moments to make your home appear active
- Make sure your home security sign is noticeable
- Check to confirm doors are secured and your system is armed through the home security app
- Don’t broadcast on social media that you’re going out of town
Defend against seasonal porch pirates in Wichita
For countless families, the holidays mean a steady stream of packages to your door. Avoid tempting thieves by leaving them on your porch. Instead, get an immediate alert to your mobile device whenever a delivery arrives so you know to grab it.
Whenever possible, plan deliveries for when you’re home. Otherwise, see if a neighbor can collect them. You can open your door and temporarily deactivate your alarm from your smartphone. If someone is on your porch, you can talk to them with your doorbell camera’s 2-way talk function.
Follow accepted fire safety during the holidays in your Wichita home
Christmas trees, candles, family meals, and ornamental lights are a part of the holidays, but they also increase the risk of fires. Here are some tips for how to prevent them:
- Cooking fires rise during the holidays, particularlly at Thanksgiving. Maintain a close watch of an active stovetop. Keep little ones at a distance to avoid burns. Remember to adhere to manufacturer guidelines when cooking with fryers.
- Keep Christmas trees hydrated and clear of fireplaces and candles. Remember that trees get more fire-prone as they dry.
- Don’t overload electrical outlets with excessive lights and cords. Improper connections and damaged outlets are at risk of sparking and may result in fires.
- Lit candles are lovely but also dangerous around trees and decorations. Place them carefully and always put out flames when exiting an area.
Monitored fire alarms are an excellent way to improve your protection. When environmental sensors like CO detectors and fire alarms link to your home security, you and your 24-7 monitoring specialists will be notified when an alarm sounds, whether you’re on site or away.
Keep your family safe during the holidays with a Vivint smart home in Wichita
Find all the equipment you need to keep your family safe during the holidays and all year round from Vivint. Our Wichita smart security systems offer modern features like surveillance systems with active deterrence, custom automation, and monitored fire alarms. Give us a call at (316) 844-6283 and give your household the gift of better protection this holiday season.