Keep the season festive: Explore tips to improve safety during the holidays
Thanksgiving feasts, Christmas parties, and sharing precious moments with loved ones are several of the things we cherish around the holidays. It’s a time for cheer, but the season also includes an increased number of safety risks. Fortunately, adhering to some basic guidelines and using an advanced security system at your Augusta property can improve safety during the holidays.
Are you traveling? Avoid burglaries at your Augusta home with modern video cameras and automation
Going to spend time with relatives is a cherished element of the holidays, but leaving your Augusta house vacant increases the risk of burglaries. But there is an answer. Modern home security systems allow you to watch over your house no matter your location with the latest surveillance. You are able to view real-time streams from your cameras via the smart home app on your cell phone.
Leading surveillance tools take an active approach to protecting your home. If a person creeps too close, cameras will shine a light or produce a sound to send them running. Here are some additional ways you can deter break-ins when you’re away:
- Program lights to come on at various moments to make your home appear occupied
- Make sure your home security yard sign is noticeable
- Check to verify doors are secured and your alarm is set through the mobile app
- Avoid announcing on social media that you’re going out of town
Defend against Chrismastime porch pirates in Augusta
For countless families, the holidays bring a constant wave of packages to the front door. Avoid enticing prowlers by leaving them on your stoop. Alternatively, get an immediate notification to your smartphone whenever something shows up so you are reminded to collect it.
If possible, schedule deliveries for when you’ll be present. When that’s not possible, see if a neighbor can take them in. You can unlock your door and temporarily turn off your alarm from your smartphone. If somebody is on your porch, you can communicate with them via your doorbell camera’s two-way talk function.
Adhere to proper fire safety during the holidays in your Augusta home
Christmas trees, candles, homemade meals, and decorative lights are popular during the holidays, but they also increase the risk of fires. Here are some tips on how to prevent them:
- Kitchen fires rise during the holiday season, especially at Thanksgiving. Maintain a close watch of a crowded stovetop. Keep kids away to prevent burns. Be sure to observe manufacturer guidelines when operating fryers.
- Water Christmas trees and keep them clear of fireplaces and open flames, such as candles. Remember that trees become more combustible as they dry out.
- Don’t overburden electrical outlets with extension cords and lights. Insecure connections and damaged outlets are prone to sparks and may result in fires.
- Glowing candles are lovely but also risky around trees and decorations. Use them wisely and always blow out flames when exiting a room.
Monitored fire alarms are a fantastic way to improve your protection. When environmental sensors like carbon monoxide detectors and fire alarms link to your property’s security, you and your 24-hour monitoring agents will know whenever an alarm goes off, whether you’re home or not.
Keep your family safe during the holidays with a Vivint smart home in Augusta
Find everything you need to remain safe during the holidays and all year long from Vivint. Our Augusta smart security systems include advanced features like custom automation, monitored fire alarms and cameras with active deterrence. Reach us at (706) 780-3805 and give your loved ones the gift of improved protection this season.