Keep the season merry: Find tips to ensure safety during the holidays
Thanksgiving feasts, Christmas parties, and spending special moments with family are some of the traditions we look forward to during the holidays. It’s a time to celebrate, but the season also brings some unique safety risks. Luckily, following some simple recommendations and using an advanced security system at your Stockton property can help ensure safety during the holidays.
Leaving town? Deter intrusions at your Stockton home with modern video cameras and automation
Traveling to spend time with relatives is an important element of the holidays, but leaving your Stockton home empty increases the danger of burglaries. But there is a solution. Modern home security systems let you watch over your house regardless of your whereabouts with the latest surveillance. You may view live footage from your video cameras with the home security app on your cell phone.
Top surveillance devices take an active role in defending your home. If someone creeps within range, cameras will shine a light or produce a sound to scare them away. Here are some additional ways you can avoid break-ins when you’re out:
- Schedule lights to come on at various times to make your home appear active
- Make sure your home security yard sign is in clear view
- Check your smarphone app to ensure doors are secured and your alarm activated
- Avoid announcing on social networks that you’re going out of town
Safeguard against Chrismastime porch pirates in Stockton
For countless families, the holidays mean a steady wave of packages to the front door. Don’t entice prowlers by letting them sit on your stoop. Rather, obtain an instant update to your smartphone whenever something arrives so you can collect it.
Whenever possible, plan deliveries for when you’ll be present. Otherwise, ask a neighbor to collect them. You can turn off your alarm and open your door from your mobile device. If somebody is at your door, you can talk to them via your video doorbell’s two-way talk function.
Adhere to accepted fire safety during the holidays in your Stockton home
String lights, candles, Christmas trees, and home-cooked meals are a part of the holidays, but they also heighten your risk of fires. Here are some tips on how to circumvent them:
- Cooking fires escalate during the holidays, particularlly at Thanksgiving. Keep a close eye on an active stovetop. Keep kids clear of hot burners to protect against burns. Be sure to observe manufacturer guidelines when using fryers.
- Keep Christmas trees hydrated and away from fireplaces and candles. Remember that trees get more fire-prone as they dry out.
- Don’t overburden electrical outlets with too many lights and extension cords. Loose connections and older outlets are at risk of sparking and may lead to fires.
- Glowing candles are lovely but also hazardous around trees and other decor. Place them carefully and always blow out flames when exiting an area.
Monitored fire alarms are a great way to improve your protection. When safety devices like fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors connect to your property’s security, you and your 24-hour monitoring agents will know any time an alarm sounds, whether you’re there or away.
Keep your family safe during the holidays with a Vivint smart home in Stockton
Find all the tools you need to stay safe during the holidays and all year long from Vivint. Our Stockton home security systems include advanced features like custom automation, monitored environmental alarms and surveillance with active deterrence. Reach us at (209) 379-0036 and give your loved ones the gift of improved protection this holiday season.