Keep the season full of cheer: Discover tips to boost safety during the holidays
Thanksgiving dinners, Christmas get-togethers, and enjoying special moments with family are a few of the things we cherish over the holidays. It’s a time for cheer, but the season also includes an increased number of safety risks. Luckily, adhering to some simple recommendations and using an advanced security system at your Wausau property can improve safety during the holidays.
Leaving town? Avoid burglaries at your Wausau home with advanced video cameras and automation
Traveling to spend time with relatives is a big element of the holidays, but leaving your Wausau home unoccupied raises the danger of intrusions. But there is a way to reduce the risk. Modern home security systems let you watch over your home regardless of your whereabouts with the latest surveillance. You may check real-time streams from your cameras via the smart home app on your mobile device.
Leading surveillance tools take an active approach to defending your home. If someone comes too close, cameras will generate a sound or cast a light to send them running. Here are some additional ways you can avoid break-ins when you’re traveling:
- Program lights to turn on at different intervals to make your home look occupied
- Make sure your home security sign is in clear view
- Access your smarphone app to ensure doors are locked and your alarm activated
- Don’t share on social networks that you’re leaving town
Protect against holiday porch pirates in Wausau
For numerous families, the holidays mean a consistent flow of packages to the front door. Avoid attracting prowlers by allowing them to sit on your porch. Instead, receive an instant update to your mobile device whenever a delivery arrives so you are reminded to collect it.
Whenever possible, schedule deliveries for when you’ll be present. Alternatively, ask a neighbor to take them in. You can turn off your alarm and open your door from your smartphone. If someone is knocking on your door, you can talk to them through your doorbell camera’s bi-directional talk function.
Adhere to accepted fire safety during the holidays in your Wausau home
Christmas trees, candles, decorative lights, and family meals are a part of the holidays, but they also heighten your risk of fires. Here are a few tips on how to avoid them:
- Cooking fires rise during the holiday season, notably at Thanksgiving. Always keep tabs on a busy stovetop. Keep kids at a distance to prevent burns. Always follow manufacturer instructions when operating fryers.
- Hydrate Christmas trees and keep them clear of fireplaces and open flames, such as candles. Keep in mind that trees get more flammable as they dry out.
- Don’t overburden electrical outlets with extension cords and lights. Loose connections and older outlets are prone to sparks and may lead to fires.
- Burning candles are lovely but also risky around trees and decorations. Place them thoughtfully and always blow out flames when leaving an area.
Monitored fire alarms are an excellent way to upgrade your protection. When environmental sensors like fire alarms and CO detectors connect to your home security, you and your 24-hour monitoring professionals will be notified any time an alarm sounds, whether you’re there or away.
Remain safe during the holidays with a Vivint smart home in Wausau
Discover all the equipment you need to remain safe during the holidays and all year long from Vivint. Our Wausau smart homes offer modern features like custom automation, monitored fire alarms and cameras with active deterrence. Reach us at (715) 662-6232 and give your family the gift of improved protection this holiday.