Keep the season merry: Find tips to ensure safety during the holidays
Chrismas gatherings, Thanksgiving feasts, and spending quality time with family are some of the traditions we cherish over the holidays. It’s a time for cheer, but the season has more safety risks. Luckily, following some simple recommendations and using an advanced security system at your Eugene home can boost safety during the holidays.
Are you traveling? Avoid intrusions at your Eugene home with the latest video cameras and automation
Going to visit relatives is a holiday tradition, but leaving your Eugene home vacant raises the threat of intrusions. But there is an answer. Modern home security systems permit you to watch over your house no matter where you are with innovative surveillance. You can access live feeds from your cameras with the home security app on your smartphone.
Leading surveillance devices can actively protect your home from thieves. If a person creeps within range, cameras will cast a light or emit a sound to send them running. Here are some additional ways you can deter break-ins when you’re away:
- Set lights to turn on at different intervals to make your house seem active
- Make sure your home security sign is noticeable
- Go to your cell phone app to ensure doors are locked and your system armed
- Don’t broadcast on social networks that you’re leaving town
Defend against seasonal porch pirates in Eugene
For numerous families, the holidays bring a consistent flow of packages to the front door. Avoid attracting thieves by leaving them on your stoop. Rather, receive an automatic update to your phone whenever something arrives so you are reminded to grab it.
Whenever possible, arrange deliveries for when you’re home. When that’s not possible, have a neighbor collect them. You can open your door and disarm your system from your smartphone. If somebody is knocking on your door, you can communicate with them through your video doorbell’s 2-way talk function.
Adhere to accepted fire safety during the holidays in your Eugene home
Christmas trees, candles, ornamental lights, and home-cooked meals are common during the holidays, but they also increase the risk of fires. Here are several tips for how to avoid them:
- Cooking fires rise during the holiday season, notably at Thanksgiving. Don’t turn your back on a crowded stovetop. Keep little ones away to avoid burns. Always follow manufacturer directions when cooking with fryers.
- Hydrate Christmas trees and keep them clear of fireplaces and open flames, such as candles. Remember that trees grow more combustible as they dry.
- Avoid overburdening electrical outlets with excessive lights and cords. Loose connections and faulty outlets are prone to sparks and may cause fires.
- Glowing candles are beautiful but also hazardous around decorations and trees. Position them thoughtfully and always put out flames when leaving a space.
Monitored fire alarms are an excellent way to enhance your protection. When sensors like fire alarms and CO detectors link to your property’s security, you and your 24-7 monitoring professionals will be alerted any time an alarm goes off, whether you’re home or away.
Keep your family safe during the holidays with a Vivint smart home in Eugene
Find all the equipment you need to remain safe during the holidays and all year round from Vivint. Our Eugene smart security systems offer modern features like custom automation, monitored environmental alarms and surveillance with active deterrence. Give us a call at (541) 313-4091 and give your loved ones the gift of better security this season.