Posts by Ryan Bell
Identifying Home Fire Hazards
At Northeast Security Solutions, we advocate for taking a proactive approach to security whenever possible. Of course, installing equipment that alerts you to events that have already happened always helps. However, some security concerns do lend themselves to anticipation and prevention. Specifically, we often work with customers to identify and lower home fire hazards whenever…
Read MoreSecurity System Best Practices
A few years ago, we created a post on Smart Security System Design. We created that post to help you design an alarm system that provides you with the most effective security possible. Of course, careful alarm design goes a long way towards securing your property. However, we still have several recommendations for security system…
Read MoreAdding Perimeter Security to Your Business
At Northeast Security Solutions, we place a premium on creating security for every part of your commercial property. Over our 30-plus years in business, we’ve worked with many customers to create this complete security. Unfortunately, many customers fail to take a comprehensive approach when creating a security plan. Oftentimes, a commercial property’s perimeter ends up…
Read MoreSpring Thaw Security System Tips
As we’ve mentioned in various posts on seasonal security, each time of year presents its own security concerns. While we still have plenty of cold weather ahead of us, several days this week have reminded us that we have warmer weather around the corner. In turn, this leads to the late winter/early spring thaw that…
Read MoreCreating Alarm Activity Alerts
When people install burglar alarms, they generally aim to accomplish a couple goals. For starters, security systems create a blaring siren response upon activation. This certainly encourages thieves to make their escape as quickly as possible. Moreover, this also makes anyone onsite aware of the security threat. Additionally, monitored security systems also communicate alarm events…
Read MoreSecond-Story Home Security Tips
When we install a home burglar alarm on any property, we attempt to “think like a criminal.” This involves assessing the most likely sections of a home that provide the easiest access for burglars. However, providing complete security involves finding ways to secure often-overlooked areas as well. After all, thieves all have their own preferred…
Read MoreKeypad Options for Your Alarm
In our post on Smart Security System Design, we discuss several of the choices alarm customers must make. Additionally, we also discuss the pros and cons of several of these options. For example, customers must decide whether to install a hardwired or wireless alarm. Moreover, they also have to determine which types of sensors fit…
Read MoreVideo Surveillance Recording Options
As you may know if you’ve read our blog before, we’ve long touted the benefits of installing surveillance as one of your security measures. In fact, we recommend taking this imortant step to both residential and commercial customers alike. Folliwing this advice adds a couple important layers of security. For starters, cameras create an important…
Read MoreMulti-Family Home Security Tips
In our thirty-plus years of business, we’ve gained plenty of experience with unique security situations. Every type of business and residence presents its own security challenges. However, some applications consistently present more challenges than others. Luckily, our experience and range of services and products has allowed us to handle even these cases effectively and efficiently.…
Read MoreSmart Security Solutions for Any Application
A couple weeks ago, we provided a guide on Upgrading Your Security for the New Year. This time of year marks a great opportunity to assess and upgrade your property’s security system. In that post, we introduced the concept of adding smart devices as part of your security upgrade. Some of these devices add security,…
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