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HELLO? SEE & TALK TO THE VISITOR AT THE FRONT DOOR

3. Jun 2019 Reed Security alarm.com, Calgary, Feature, Prince Albert, ReedHD™ Security Cameras, Regina

Your front doorway is a busy place. With visitors introducing themselves, your kids charging to and from the school bus, packages arriving, and hellos and goodbyes galore, it's hard for you to keep track of everyone who passes through.

It's no wonder that doorbell cameras are now a smart home must-have, thanks to their ability to show you who's at the door, no matter where you are.

And with a ReedHD™ Doorbell Camera, that's just the start.

Because these doorbell cameras are fully integrated into your smart home security system, they're powered by Alarm.com and able to cooperate with other devices. That gives you and your family more ways to incorporate your doorbell camera into your everyday life.

Answer the Door from Anywhere

A ReedHD™ Doorbell Camera gives you a safe, smart way to see who's at the door, no matter where you are.

When a visitor rings the doorbell, you get an Alarm.com smartphone alert. Open your Alarm.com app and you'll see a video feed of who's there, with a microphone icon that you can press to start a voice conversation through the doorbell.

Although you can see your visitor, they can't see you, and you don't need to indicate whether you're home or not. Given that burglars often ring a home's doorbell before a break-in, this makes your video doorbell a great crime dete rrent.

Protect a Package from Thieves

With a smart lock included in your Alarm.com-powered setup, you can go a step further and unlock your door remotely. This is great for protecting valuable deliveries that would otherwise be left on your porch.

If you have a smart lock, you'll see an ‘unlock' icon in your app underneath your doorbell's video feed. Once you've verified the delivery person visually, tap once to unlock your door and ask them to leave the package inside. When they're done, use your app to lock your door and watch them leave.

See and Share Suspicious Activity

A ReedHD™ Doorbell Camera is also a full smart home security camera, ready to capture and send you footage of suspicious activity in your front yard or porch area.

A visitor to your porch will trigger a motion-activated video recording, even if they don't press the doorbell. You can have these clips delivered to your phone right away, where they're easy to download and forward to your partner, neighbors or local police department.

Keep Up with Your Kids

Crooks and intruders aside, most activity at your front door is ‘good' activity: friends visiting and family arriving home. Alarm.com makes it easy to keep up.

It's easy to create a custom doorbell camera alert, triggered by your kids' Alarm.com user codes, that sends you a video clip of your kids arriving home every day. It's a great way to make sure they're home safe and know who they're with. Once your kids know they're on camera, they might even give you a wave.

PS: It's Also a Doorbell

Sometimes, you just need a doorbell. You'll be pleased to hear that a ReedHD™ Doorbell Camera goes above and beyond, with both an audible chime and a special ‘Do Not Disturb' option that parents of young children will love.

Instead of waking a napping youngster with an audible chime when pushed, your video doorbell will simply trigger a silent smartphone alert that only disturbs you.

Want to Upgrade to a ReedHD™ Doorbell Camera?

If you already have an Alarm.com-powered smart home security system, Reed Security or a Reed Security Authorized Dealer can quickly upgrade you with a doorbell camera or other smart devices, including indoor and outdoor video cameras, smart locks and even a smart thermostat.

ReedHD™ Doorbell Plans start at $14.95/mo.*

SASKATOON SMART HOME/BUSINESS INQUIRIES Reed Security Headquarters Call 306.653.3200 or 1.844.384.SAFE (7233) SuRe InnoVations Call 306.974.0888 PRINCE ALBERT SMART HOME/BUSINESS INQUIRIES Call 306.922.7200 CALGARY SMART HOME/BUSINESS INQUIRIES Call 587.393.2800 REGINA SMART HOME/BUSINESS INQUIRIES Call 306.206.0700

Source: Alarm.com

*Term subscription required. *HD Video Quality - no blurry pixelated images

*Color NightVision - see in the dark *Motion Sensing - you receive alerts even if the doorbell button isn't pushed *Includes Professional Installation and Configuration *Replaces your existing wired doorbell *Requires high speed internet and strong Wi-Fi connection at the exterior of the door

SUMMER HOME SECURITY TIPS 2018

10. Jul 2018 Reed Security Alarm Systems, alarm.com, Calgary, Feature, Prince Albert, Tips

Heading on a summer vacation? There's nothing worse than coming back to a home that had a break-in.

20+ SUMMER HOME SECURITY TIPS YOU CAN USE TO PROTECT YOUR HOME AND PROPERTY

USE COMMON SENSE

If you lose a key, then get the locks changed. A better alternative is to eliminate keys altogether by installing an alarm.com smart lock with built in keypad.
Ask all strangers for identification. The person who is “lost” and looking for directions could actually be a burglar checking to see if someone is home.
Never hide an extra key outdoor - especially underneath a mat or on top of a light fixture. This is the first place the bad guys look. Leave an extra house key with a friend or a neighbor. Again, a better alternative is to eliminate keys altogether by installing an alarm.com smart lock with built in keypad.
DO NOT advertise on Facebook or Instagram that you are on vacation. Social media is the equivalent of a diary in a glass house. You may think you’re letting your friends and family know you’re having a great time, but people often forget to change their privacy settings. If you like to post photos - post them after you get back.
For insurance purposes take photos of the contents of your home and keep all receipts in an off-site location. Great options are Google Drive, Microsoft One Drive and Dropbox.
Write down the model and serial number of all electronics. This will come in handy for a future Police report and insurance claim.

MAKE IT DIFFICULT

Door chains are easy to bypass. Install deadbolts. We have alarm.com smart lock options with built in deadbolts.
Install window bars on all basement windows. They are a great visual deterrent and can be connected to a monitored home security system.
Install a stopper or stick on all sliding doors and windows. You can find these at your local hardware store such as Home Hardware, Canadian Tire or Rona.
Make sure all doors and windows are locked. Many burglars go door to door looking for targets that forgot to lock their front doors.
For cabins, consider installing roller window and door shutters. Visit kimbel.ca to see samples.

MAKE IT LOOK LIKE YOU ARE AT HOME

Burglars target unoccupied homes so keep your home well lit at night. Install timers that turn lights, radios and televisions on at different times. This gives the appearance that someone is home. A better option is to install alarm.com smart lights and smart appliance modules and setup on an alternating schedules.
Cancel the newspaper and have a friend or neighbour pick-up your mail.
Park a vehicle in the drive-way. Don’t forget to lock the doors and remove any valuables.
If you’re taking an extended vacation of more than a week, hire a student or service to cut your grass.

INSTALL A MONITORED HOME OR CABIN SECURITY SYSTEM

The insurance companies agree. You are 400% less likely to have a break-in and can qualify for an insurance discount of up to 25%.
NEW! $0 Equipment, $0 Installation Plans
No Phone Line required
24/7 Monitored Protection from intrusion, fire, flood, low temperature, and carbon monoxide
Includes Police / RCMP and Fire Department dispatch and Call List notification
Optional ALARM.COM - control your smart lights, smart locks, and smart thermostat with *free apps
Optional ReedHD™ Wi-Fi Doorbell - Know Who's at the front door, record audio and video onto the cloud
A monthly subscription is required for all service plans

IN CASE YOU DO HAVE A BREAK-IN

If it looks like a door or window was forced open, DO NOT go inside. The Burglar may still be on site.
Call the Police from your mobile phone and wait.

ALWAYS GET 3 QUOTES

Do NOT Sign Up with Door to Door alarm companies with Limited Time Offers. Before you know it you will be on the hook for thousands of dollars with a company that doesn't have a local office.
Many door to door alarm companies have summer programs (May to September only). After that good luck.
Be sure to search Google for reviews and ask friends and family who they use for home security.

If you would like more information on Smart Home or Business Security & Automation please Contact Us for a Free Security Evaluation.

SASKATOON SECURITY INQUIRIES

Reed Security Headquarters

Call 306.653.3200 or 1.844.384.SAFE (7233)

SuRe InnoVations

Call 306.974.0888

PRINCE ALBERT SECURITY INQUIRIES

Call 306.922.7200

CALGARY SECURITY INQUIRIES

Call 587.393.2800

REGINA SECURITY INQUIRIES

Call 306.206.0700

SUMMER SECURITY TIPS 2017

26. Jun 2017 Reed Security Alarm Systems, alarm.com, Calgary, Feature, Prince Albert, Regina, Tips

Heading on summer vacation? There's nothing worse than coming back to a home that had a break-in. Here's 20+ Summer Security Tips you can implement to protect your Home and Property while you're travelling.

You're Going to Need More Than a Funny Welcome Mat to Prevent a Break-in!

1. USE COMMON SENSE

If you lose a key, then get the locks changed. A better alternative is to eliminate keys altogether by installing an alarm.com smart lock with built in keypad.

Ask all strangers for identification. The person who is “lost” and looking for directions could actually be a burglar checking to see if someone is home.

Never hide an extra key outdoor - especially underneath a mat or on top of a light fixture. This is the first place the bad guys look. Leave an extra house key with a friend or a neighbor. Again, a better alternative is to eliminate keys altogether by installing an alarm.com smart lock with built in keypad.

DO NOT advertise on Facebook or Instagram that you are on vacation. Social media is the equivalent of a diary in a glass house. You may think you’re letting your friends and family know you’re having a great time, but people often forget to change their privacy settings. If you like to post photos - post them after you get back.

For insurance purposes take photos of the contents of your home and keep all receipts in an off-site location. Great options are Google Drive, Microsoft Cloud and Dropbox.

Write down the model and serial number of all electronics. This will come in handy for a future Police report and insurance claim.

2. MAKE IT DIFFICULT

Door chains are easy to bypass. Install deadbolts. We have alarm.com smart lock options with built in deadbolts.

Install window bars on all basement windows. They are a great visual deterrent and can be connected to a monitored home security system.

Install a stopper or stick on all sliding doors and windows. You can find these at your local hardware store such as Home Hardware, Canadian Tire or Rona.

Make sure all doors and windows are locked. Many burglars go door to door looking for targets that forgot to lock their front doors.

For cabins, consider installing roller window and door shutters. Visit kimbel.ca to see samples.

3. MAKE IT LOOK LIKE YOU ARE AT HOME

Burglars target unoccupied homes so keep your home well lit at night. Install timers that turn lights, radios and televisions on at different times. This gives the appearance that someone is home. A better option is to install alarm.com smart lights and smart appliance modules and setup on an alternating schedules.

Cancel the newspaper and have a friend or neighbour pick-up your mail.

Park a vehicle in the drive-way. Don’t forget to lock the doors and remove any valuables.

If you’re taking an extended vacation of more than a week, hire a student or service to cut your grass.

4. INSTALL A MONITORED HOME OR CABIN SECURITY SYSTEM

The insurance companies agree. You are 400% less likely to have a break-in and can qualify for an insurance discount of up to 25%.

NEW! $0 Equipment, $0 Installation Plans
No Phone Line required
24/7 Monitored Protection from intrusion, fire, flood, low temperature, and carbon monoxide
Includes Police / RCMP and Fire Department dispatch and Call List notification
Optional ALARM.COM - control your smart lights, smart locks, and smart thermostat with *free apps
Optional ReedHD™ Wi-Fi Doorbell - Know Who's at the front door, record audio and video onto the cloud
A monthly subscription is required for all service plans

5. IN CASE YOU DO HAVE A BREAK-IN

If it looks like a door or window was forced open, DO NOT go inside. The Burglar may still be on site.

Call the Police from your mobile phone and wait.

6. ALWAYS GET 3 QUOTES

Do NOT Sign Up with Door to Door alarm companies with Limited Time Offers. Before you know it you will be on the hook for thousands of dollars with a company that doesn't have a local office. Many door to door alarm companies have summer programs (May to September only). After that good luck. Be sure to search Google for reviews and ask friends and family who they use for home security.

If you would like more information on Smart Home or Business Security & Automation please Contact Us for a Free Security Evaluation.

SASKATOON SECURITY INQUIRIES
Reed Security Headquarters
Call 306.653.3200 or 1.844.384.SAFE (7233)
SuRe InnoVations
Call 306.974.0888
PRINCE ALBERT SECURITY INQUIRIES
Call 306.922.7200
CALGARY SECURITY INQUIRIES
Call 587.393.2800
REGINA SECURITY INQUIRIES
Call 306.206.0700
LLOYDMINSTER SECURITY INQUIRIES
Fierce Electric Ltd.

Call 306.825.3772

TOP 5 SUMMER SECURITY TIPS

23. Jun 2016 Reed Security Feature, Tips

1. USE COMMON SENSE

If you lose a key, get the locks changed.
Ask all strangers for identification.
Never hide an extra key outdoor - especially underneath a mat or on top of a light fixture. This is the first place the bad guys look. Leave an extra house key with a friend or a neighbor.
DO NOT advertise on Facebook or other social media that you are on vacation. If you like to post photos - post them after you get back.
For insurance purposes take photos of the contents of your home.
Keep all receipts in a safe and easy to find location.
Write down the model and serial number of all electronics.

2. MAKE IT DIFFICULT

Door chains are easy to bypass. Install deadbolts.
Install a stopper or stick on all sliding doors and windows.
Install window bars on all basement windows.
Make sure all doors and windows are properly locked.
Keep your premises well lit at night.

3. MAKE IT LOOK LIKE YOU ARE AT HOME

Install timers that turn lights on at different times. This gives the appearance that someone is home.
Cancel the paper.
Have someone pick-up the mail.
Park a vehicle in the drive-way.

4. INSTALL A MONITORED HOME OR CABIN SECURITY SYSTEM

400% less likely to have a break-in.
up to 25% insurance discount.
optional ALARM.COM - automatic lights, locks, and thermostat control
optional ReedHD™ Wi-Fi Doorbell - Know Who's at the front door, records onto the cloud

5. IN CASE YOU DO HAVE A BREAK-IN:

If it looks like a door or window was forced open, DO NOT go inside. The Burglar may still be on site.
Call the Police from your cellular phone or from a neighbor's house and wait.

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SASKATOON
Call 306.653.3200
PRINCE ALBERT
Call 306.922.7200
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Call 587.393.2800

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