Keep the season full of cheer: Discover tips to boost safety during the holidays
Thanksgiving feasts, Christmas parties, and spending quality time with loved ones are a few of the activities we appreciate during the holidays. It’s a time for celebration, but the season has more safety risks. Luckily, following some basic guidelines and using a modern security system at your Florence residence can boost safety during the holidays.
Are you traveling? Avoid break-ins at your Florence home with the latest video cameras and automation
Traveling to spend time with relatives is a big aspect of the holidays, but leaving your Florence property unoccupied increases the threat of intrusions. But there is a way to reduce the risk. Modern home security systems allow you to monitor your home no matter where you are with advanced surveillance. You are able to view live feeds from your cameras via the smart home app on your smartphone.
Leading surveillance tools can actively defend your home from trespassers. If someone creeps within range, cameras will cast a light or emit a sound to send them running. Here are a few more ways you can deter invasions when you’re away:
- Schedule lights to turn on at different times to make your home look occupied
- Make sure your home security yard sign is visible
- Check to verify doors are secured and your alarm is set through the home security app
- Don’t share on social networks that you’re traveling
Defend against seasonal porch pirates in Florence
For numerous families, the holidays include a steady stream of packages to the front door. Avoid attracting thieves by leaving them outside. Alternatively, get an automatic update to your phone whenever something appears so you know to retrieve it.
If possible, plan deliveries for when you’ll be present. When that’s not possible, ask a neighbor to collect them. You can turn off your alarm and unlock your door from your phone. If someone is at your door, you can communicate with them through your doorbell camera’s 2-way talk function.
Practice accepted fire safety during the holidays in your Florence home
Ornamental lights, candles, Christmas trees, and family meals are a part of the holidays, but they also increase the risk of fires. Here are a few tips for how to circumvent them:
- Kitchen blazes increase during the holiday season, notably at Thanksgiving. Avoid turning your back on a busy stovetop. Keep kids at a distance to prevent burns. Always follow manufacturer directions when operating fryers.
- Hydrate Christmas trees and keep them clear of fireplaces and open flames, such as candles. Be mindful that trees become more combustible as they dehydrate.
- Avoid overtaxing electrical outlets with excessive lights and cords. Improper connections and older outlets are prone to sparks and may result in fires.
- Lit candles are beautiful but also hazardous around decorations and trees. Place them wisely and always blow out flames when exiting a room.
Monitored fire alarms are an excellent way to improve your protection. When environmental sensors like CO detectors and fire alarms link to your home security, you and your 24-hour monitoring specialists will know when an alarm sounds, whether you’re on site or not.
Stay safe during the holidays with a Vivint smart home in Florence
Get everything you need to stay safe during the holidays and all year long from Vivint. Our Florence smart security systems offer advanced features like custom automation, monitored environmental alarms and surveillance with active deterrence. Reach us at (843) 438-7320 and give your household the gift of improved protection this season.