Keep the season full of cheer: Discover tips to boost safety during the holidays
Thanksgiving dinners, Christmas parties, and sharing special moments with loved ones are some of the things we look forward to during the holidays. It’s a time for celebration, but the season also brings more safety risks. Luckily, adhering to some easy recommendations and using a modern security system at your The Woodlands home can help ensure safety during the holidays.
Are you traveling? Prevent break-ins at your The Woodlands home with the latest video cameras and automation
Traveling to visit relatives is an important element of the holidays, but leaving your The Woodlands home empty increases the risk of break-ins. But there is a way to reduce the risk. Modern home security systems permit you to monitor your house no matter your whereabouts with advanced surveillance. You are able to access real-time feeds from your cameras via the home security app on your smartphone.
The best surveillance devices can actively safeguard your home from trespassers. If someone comes too close, cameras will use visible and audible cues to frighten them away. Here are some additional ways you can avoid break-ins when you’re out:
- Set lights to turn on at various moments to make your house appear occupied
- Make sure your home security yard sign is visible
- Check to verify doors are secured and your alarm is set through the mobile app
- Don’t share on social platforms that you’re leaving town
Safeguard against seasonal porch pirates in The Woodlands
For countless families, the holidays include a constant wave of packages to your door. Avoid tempting prowlers by letting them sit on your stoop. Alternatively, obtain an instant update to your phone whenever a delivery shows up so you know to grab it.
When you can, plan deliveries for when you’ll be present. Alternatively, see if a neighbor can collect them. You can unlock your door and temporarily turn off your alarm from your phone. If somebody is knocking on your door, you can speak to them with your doorbell camera’s two-way talk function.
Practice accepted fire safety during the holidays in your The Woodlands home
Decorative lights, candles, Christmas trees, and home-cooked meals are popular during the holidays, but they also heighten your risk of fires. Here are a few tips on how to circumvent them:
- Cooking fires rise during the holiday season, notably at Thanksgiving. Avoid turning your back on a busy stovetop. Keep children clear of hot burners to avoid burns. Always follow manufacturer instructions when using fryers.
- Water Christmas trees and keep them a safe distance from fireplaces and candles. Be mindful that trees get more flammable as they dry.
- Avoid overburdening electrical outlets with too many lights and extension cords. Loose connections and damaged outlets are known to spark and may lead to fires.
- Glowing candles are beautiful but also hazardous around trees and decorations. Position them thoughtfully and always blow out flames when stepping out of a space.
Monitored fire alarms are an excellent way to enhance your protection. When sensors like carbon monoxide detectors and fire alarms link to your home’s security, you and your 24-hour monitoring professionals will know any time an alarm sounds, whether you’re home or not.
Stay safe during the holidays with a Vivint smart home in The Woodlands
Discover everything you need to keep your family safe during the holidays and all year round from Vivint. Our The Woodlands smart security systems include advanced features like custom automation, monitored environmental alarms and video cameras with active deterrence. Give us a call at (346) 787-2806 and give your household the gift of better protection this holiday season.