When installing a video surveillance system, some business and homeowners think the visual presence of a camera would deter criminals and intruders. While this true in most cases, it also says to some criminals that whatever you are protecting is of higher value as you have gone through the extra effort to install a camera
Business owners, regardless of industry, need to rely on their security solutions to sleep well at night. Whether it be securing company data or physical product and supply, feeling a sense of true security improves time spent out of office for owners and employees alike. Here at Secure Lock & Alarm, we use our industry
Technology has taken a major jump in the past decade. We have moved away from the broadband internet to high speed, from the flip phone to the smartphone, and from the normal car to autonomous vehicles. Security access has also advanced from the keycard to the mobile credentials. There are many benefits to ditching your
Roughly every fifteen seconds a home intrusion is taken place in America. According to safewise.com, well over two million homes fall victim to burglary. Home invaders usually try to find the easiest access to a home. Unusually over one-third of homes break-ins occur via unlocked front door or window. Alarmingly a very low percentage of
Are you worried about your packages being stolen right from your front doorstep? During the holidays, the rate of package theft goes up significantly so it’s a good idea to take the necessary precautions to ensure everyone in the family has a great holiday! Installing security cameras pointing at your front door, hallway or driveway
A new policy for establishing greater transparency on the use of surveillance in Somerville went into effect. Mayor Joseph Curtalone signed an Executive Policy on Surveillance Technology which is believed to be the first of its kind in Massachusetts. A multi step process is now mandatory before technology can be purchases and operated in the
There are many different signs that you live in a dangerous neighborhood. Hearing sirens at night, trash littering the sidewalks, abandoned buildings and illegal activities are an indication that your neighborhood may not be as safe as you think! Here are some steps you can take to stay safe in a dangerous neighborhood. Know your
So you just closed on your new home, congratulations! There may be 100 things going through your head right now so we want to remind you of something that is often overlooked. It is very important to rekey or change the locks in your new home. This is because in this market, many contractors have
Spring is finally here! Which means warmer weather is quickly approaching. Grills and barbecues are coming out so we want to remind everyone to be safe when cooking outside. The first step is to use the proper grill. If you have a propane or gas grill, do not fill it with charcoal and vice versa.
Secure Lock and Alarm was founded in 1997 by Keith Bedrossian in Beverly Massachusetts . Keith graduated from Marblehead High School in 1991 The North Bennett Street School in 1996 where he had majored in locksmithing . Graduating at the top of his class, he earned the, “Best in Manipulation Award” which celebrates the person
