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    Blog Post - Double-Checking

    Got this from this from MyHomeSecurityPro blog 7 Ways to Double Check your Home Security: 1. Pretend to be a burglar. 2. It is also important to look after the locks and security systems you use. 3. Brace your doorframes and put multiple locks on outside doors. 4.Rosebushes and...
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    Surveillance cameras

    yes, that's it. I missed that part about the camera being used for 2-3 years... hmmm...
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    Article - 7 Basic Home Security Tips

    7 Basic Home Security Tips Before giving out the 7 basic home security tips, know first the most basic rule in deterring burglars and keeping your home safe: Never assume that it won’t happen to you, even when you’re at home. With this in mind, you’ll need to be careful with...
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    Article - Home Security Systems: What to Choose

    Home Security Systems: What to Choose We don’t want any more hassles with floodlights and we would like to reduce living expenses. But home security systems are still necessary, and despite the expenses they are a good investment and simple security measures. There are actually security...
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    Surveillance cameras

    There was a report last week about a Mr. Gannon who brought a recorded footage of a rude police officer who visited his house to the station to complain about the cop's behavior. Instead of being given customer service, he was being held in custody because his surveillance recordings were a...
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    CO Alarm Detector Act

    Being prepared is definitely worth it. Better safe than sorry, right? Thumbs up to you! :)
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    Fire Safety Gift List for the Holidays!

    The holiday season isn’t only about giving gifts that could make people jump out and down in excitement. It’s also a time to give to the people you care about something that would ensure their safety as they celebrate Christmas and the coming days. There have been many reports of fires...
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    CO Alarm Detector Act

    We all know what carbon monoxide can do. It is an odorless, tasteless, and invisible gas that is fatally poisonous. Symptoms consist of a mimic of flu or other illnesses. A person will experience headeche, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. Worse symptoms include a throbbing headache, drowsiness...
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    Locks and Bolts

    I think that's why it's generally better handled by installation specialists.:D
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    I'm Barry in W. Central Florida

    hey there Barry! saw the pics, and I think it'll become a humble and great place after some work. The trees around the place make the scene a little eerie to me, I'd love to see how the final look of the bungalow will fix that.:D can't wait to see the final look!:) welcome to the forum...
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    Hello I am Jack the Mapmaker

    hello there Jack... welcome to the forum!:) and just a friendly reminder (not really related but it came to my mind): don't forget to check your furnace and other heaters from time to time. And get some carbon monoxide detectors, too... to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning...:)
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    Hi everyone, from Cincinnati, Ohio

    Hello Steve... wonder how you got the name "Makin'mess"...:D welcome to the forum!
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    Electrical Home Repairs

    Hello there Renoguy! welcome to the forum...:)
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    Hi, I'm John the Juggler

    Basements and pumps aren't my field...:D Just would like to welcome you to the forum! :)
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    Hello from Winnipeg!

    hello there, Steve! wlcome to the forum... lots of ideas here! :D
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    Sidney from Vancouver Canada

    haven't posted in this forum for a long time now... mostly because I just read and take note of suggestions here... you'll really get lots of information here!:) anyway, welcome to the forum, Sidney!:)
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    Shoji

    Here's another interesting innovation from Japan, specifically from the University of Tokyo and GS Yuasa. The SHOJI (Symbiotic Hosting Online Jog Instrument) was made to sense the mood of a room. It will monitor light levels, temperature, humidity, infrared, ultrasonic waves, the people's...
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    Keeping Guns Safe at Home

    It seems it is not only our cash, jewels, and papers that need to be tucked safely away. Today, securing guns and other firearms are also being stressed among residents. Here's a little strip taken from www.abclocal.go.com...
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    Fire Safety

    We've seen devastating fires that can spread, burn, and even kill. This winter season, let's try to take care of our home by being careful with the three common causes of fire. Candles... never leave one unattended. If you're not going to use it, then blow it out. Make sure you've placed it...
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    Locks and Bolts

    Here's an article I just read from The Sun Herald about locks and bolts being crucial in deterring burglars from your home. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Home security systems have become a big business in recent...
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