As people get older, some are uncomfortable with the reversal of roles that often takes place as they age. Their children slowly take on the part of caregiver that they played for so many years. This unease makes it difficult when the adult child needs to teach their parent something, and often this is regarding…

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Smart Ways To Use A Thermostat Indiana weather has been known to be unpredictable. On some days, you may find yourself needing to adjust your thermostat multiple times a day just to keep up. And unless you can be at home at all times, you have probably returned to a house that is too cold…

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The Amazon Echo is such a popular device ‘Alexa’ is now a household name – in the colloquial sense. Sure, Alexa can answer questions about the weather or play your favorite songs, but she can also play a more integral role in your home life. Thanks to recent innovations in smart security systems, Alexa is now a household name in a more literal sense.

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Apple Watches are more than just a fashion statement; they make various aspects of your life more convenient. Answering calls, checking email or listening to some throwback jams – it’s all possible, right there, on your wrist. Now you can add home security to the long list of smart watch functions you already enjoy. With an ASI Connect smart home security system and its paired Apple Watch app, your home’s security and your own peace of mind are within reach, no matter where you are.

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Being able to stay home alone is every kid’s dream. It’s a huge milestone, marking their entrance into more responsibility and independence. It’s one of the first times they can begin to stretch their wings and be free of their parents, at least for a little while. And while it’s an exciting step for kids to earn the trust to stay home alone, it doesn’t come without some extra worries for parents.

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A complete security system works like a defensive dog, warning you not to come any closer by growling and baring its teeth. It’s good to have a system that will send warnings, as some intruders are deterred from even attempting a break-in by signs of an alarm. Smart home security systems are especially good at both sending these signs of danger and going on the offensive if these signs are ignored.

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Security is all about access – making sure something is closed so nobody can get in, or strategically opening it to those you trust. It’s no secret that your home is the place most in need of security – it’s not really home if you don’t feel safe, after all. Considering all the parts of your house that can open and close, wouldn’t it be nice to have an easy way to manage it all?

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You might have an alarm system, locks and sensors on your front door and bedroom windows – but have you added security to one of the most overlooked parts of your house?

Of course a garage is most likely where you store your car, tools, lawnmower and other expensive or hazardous equipment safe, but don’t forget that attached garages are an entry point to your home.

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Every 13 seconds, a burglar breaks into a home in the U.S. That’s a new family being victimized in less time than it takes you to make a cup of coffee, check your mailbox, or scroll through your Netflix line-up.

It only takes 60 seconds for most burglars to break into a home, and 8 out of 10 burglars are desperate and dangerous — erratic thieves fueled by fear and adrenaline, making impulse decisions as they go.

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As one of the most important access points to your home, your front door needs top-notch security in order to keep your loved ones and belongings safe. But what do you need to make your front door smarter?

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