How Security Systems Keep Your Home Safe During the Spooky Season
Halloween is a time of spooky fun and sweet indulgences. The air fills with the infectious beats of “Ghostbusters” and “Purple People Eater” while children and grown-ups alike parade around in imaginative outfits, hoping to score the best treats.
And yes, the candy!
Here in South Carolina, the weather is usually perfect to take the kids out for trick-or-treating on Halloween as it’s no longer too hot and sticky and not too cold either!
It’s hard to resist the allure of one more mini Milky Way or Kit-Kat as the spirit of the season takes over. But amidst the joy and laughter, there’s a side of Halloween that calls for a touch of caution.
With the streets alive with costumed trick-or-treaters, the chances for playful pranks or unintentional accidents rise.
5 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Hallows Eve!
Nobody wants a surprise that’s more spooky than sweet. It’s always better to be ready rather than regretful. So, before someone plays a prank and leaves you feeling like Linus waiting for the Great Pumpkin, let’s dive into some security pointers to ensure your Halloween is filled with fun, not frights.
1. Keep Your Home Safe with Lighting
This spooky season, while the ghouls and witches roam the streets, one simple step can ensure both you and your home remain safe.
If possible, opt to stay home and keep your lights on. This not only welcomes trick-or-treaters but also deters potential mischief-makers from thinking your home is an easy target.
If your lights are on timers or sensors, be sure to test them ahead of Halloween.
2. Always Be Alert: Alarms and Personal Safety
Always activate your systems, even if you’re inside. With the buzz of activity, it’s easy to miss something unusual. It’s important to arm all entries and exits, including the windows!
For personal safety, having a panic button handy can be a lifesaver. This ensures that if things get a little too spooky, help is just a button push away.
3. Protect Your Vehicle from the Halloween Frenzy
With all the hustle and bustle on the streets, parking your car in the garage is a smart move. It not only protects it from accidental damage but also keeps it safe from pranks and the playful chaos of Halloween night.
If you do not have a garage, consider moving your car to a safe location overnight.
4. Keep Your Home Safe with Security Cameras
Activate your security cameras, both inside and outside. These act as an extra set of eyes, capturing everything from the cutest costumes to any suspicious activity, ensuring you have a record of everything that happens around your home.
Even if you choose to go out trick-or-treating with the kids, you can keep an eye on your home with mobile app access!
5. Safety First: Flames, Decorations, and Furry Friends
While we all love the enchanting glow of jack-o’-lanterns, it’s crucial to avoid open flames near decorations.
Many decorations are flammable, so opt for LED candles or lights to keep the risk at bay.
And remember, the sights and sounds of Halloween can be overwhelming for pets. Ensure they’re kept inside to prevent them from getting spooked or accidentally darting out into the night. Be extra careful when letting your dog out at night – keeping the leash on them at all time!
Strand Security Systems Will Keep Your Home Safe!
With these measures in place, Halloween becomes an occasion of pure fun, devoid of real-world scares, allowing you and your loved ones to enjoy the festivities fully. If you are in need of a security or safety plan, an upgrade, or new equipment, let us know! We are only one phone call away!
