When it comes to digital security, most of us lack the knowledge to prevent the possibility of some serious issues, such as loss of privacy, identity theft, and fraud. We are so careful with our computers due to the amount of information they hold....

A home security system can include access control systems like electronic locks, surveillance systems with exterior and interior cameras, and alarm systems that monitor things like doors, windows, smoke, and carbon monoxide levels.  These...

Eventually, the time will come when a Mount Vernon person's son or daughter chooses to leave the nest. Some parents look forward to the day. They feel like it leaves them with an empty house to do as they please. However, other guardians dread...

Females are often victims of sexual assaults. That is not to say that men can't be or aren't, but this post is going to focus on women. Ladies don't want others to experience the events, but they also do not want them to happen to them...

It is not uncommon for the bright lights of the big city to call daughters. Often, they are cooped up in a small to medium-sized town, and all they want is to chase their dreams in a metropolis. These densely populated areas are great to live, work,...

Technology has become better and better over the years. That has been excellent news for Mount Vernon consumers and the security industry. For example, in the past, homeowners were stuck with analog cameras. These units didn't always provide the...

October is National Fire Safety Month, which means it is right around the corner. Therefore, the time is right to start making sure your Mount Vernon house and household is prepared for one of the emergency situations. Flames and smoke can do a...

Even when Mount Vernon kiddos grow up and move out of their parents' home, the guardians still feel as if they need to protect them. After all, parenthood is a lifelong thing. It doesn't stop just because the child turns 18 or 21 and rents...

Regardless of who you are or where you live, a security system is almost a necessity these days. Even so, at times, owning the equipment can seem like a burden. The owner has to worry about arming/ disarming the unit, paying a monthly fee, and false...

Law enforcement plays a central role in community safety.  A properly trained police and security force can spot suspicious behavior before it leads to a crime, gather evidence after a crime to find the guilty party, and enforce the laws of the...

Most apartment buildings and apartment complexes in Mount Vernon, IL have some amount of security built in.  They may have an entrance a resident has to buzz to let a guest in, they may have grounds with limited entrances, and they may have...

When you buy or upgrade your home’s security system, you have a lot of options you can choose from.  Cameras come in all different brands and designs with plenty of quality and feature options, electronic locks can use keycards or...

Whether you are at your Mount Vernon home relaxing with your family or at work knocking out a project, your safety is the highest priority. No matter where you spend your time, there are a few things you can do to ensure that your spaces are always...

The time comes in every parent’s life when their children move out of the home. This can be pretty scary because you want to ensure they’ll be safe in their new home. One of the best things you can do when your children are moving out...

Alarm systems and security cameras do a good job of protecting both the inside and outside of your home. Smoke detectors on the inside of your Mount Vernon home are also another way you can raise the safety and protection of your home for the family...