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We talked last month about how smart security is taking off in a big way, especially with so many homes now owning a smart hub. But just how secure is smart home security and, the million dollar question, can it be hacked? Let’s explore the risks of today’s modern security systems, and take a look at ways to avoid those risks. (more…)

For any business, the costs associated with maintaining a vehicle fleet can be very costly, especially with insurance premiums on the increase every year. In order to keep costs as low as possible, it is useful to know what steps to take to protect your fleet in terms of physical security. Exactly what we are looking at in this post. (more…)

Smart security is taking off in a big way, especially as so many homes now own a smart hub. Wireless door, window, motion and presence sensors allow homeowners to be alerted on a mobile device in the event of anything untoward occurring, as well as triggering useful events, such as the switching on of lights and heating ahead of arriving home. Let’s take a look at some of the ways in which smart sensors are being used to safeguard the homes of today. (more…)

Houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) are homes which are shared between at least three tenants who are not related, and who share basic amenities such as a kitchen or bathroom. As a landlord of an HMO, there are very specific fire safety responsibilities you must adhere to, but did you also know you have certain responsibilities concerning the security of the property? (more…)

The benefits of CCTV and intruder alarms cannot be over-sung. Not only do they act as a deterrent, they also offer considerable protection together with valuable evidence should a prosecution become necessary.

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