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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Here’s 4 Easy-to-Achieve Resolutions That Can Make an Immediate Difference:
  

1. Update your Security System(s) Password and Call List.

Did somebody recently leave your business?

Did a neighbor recently move away?

First Steps: Contact Reed Security by calling one of our offices listed below or by emailing support@reedsecurity.ca.
We will need your Name, Address and Password.

Due Date: January 5th, 2017 (or whatever day of the month you decide)

2. Test Your Security System(s) monthly.

First Steps:

a) Contact Reed Security’s 24/7 Rapid Response Monitoring Stations by calling 1-800-268-6870

b) Provide your Name, Address, and Password.

c) Let the emergency operator know you would like to test your security system.

d) Arm your security system and intentionally trip detection devices.
(Let the siren sound as you trip door sensors, motion sensors, glass-break sensors, etc. 

e) After you have tested your security system again contact Reed Security’s 24/7 Rapid Response Monitoring Stations by calling 1-800-268-6870.
The emergency operator will verify that signals from your security system have been received.

Due Date: The last Thursday of each month (or whatever day of the month you decide)

3. Review your existing Security System(s) and Procedures.

First Steps: Document your current security system(s) and procedures.

Did you experience theft or have an incident in 2016?

Did your security system(s) and procedures work?

Did you have adequate protection? What would you change?

Due Date: January 13th, 2017 (or whatever day of the month you decide)

4. Upgrade your Security System(s)

First Steps: When did you install your security system(s)? ReedHD™ cameras can record Faces and License Plates*.

You can stay connected to your Home or Business with Alarm.com Smart Security.

Control your security system, locks, lights and thermostat with *Free apps.

You should consider upgrading your Security System(s) every 5 years.  

Due Date: January 27th, 2017 (or whatever day of the month you decide)

Reed Security makes Families Feel Safe and keeps them connected. We also help Businesses Re-gain Control and Grow their Bottom Lines.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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

• 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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