Why Is Your Alarm System Trouble Light Light On? In the spirit of answering our most frequently asked questions, let’s explore why the trouble light may be lit on your keypad. Blinking or illuminated trouble lights on a security system…
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Be A Responsible Owner: Test Your Security System Regularly Testing your security system might not make the list of the “Top 10 Things You Have To Do Today,” but it certainly should make the list at some point. After all,…
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It's always encouraging to hear about opportunities for growth. Despite the hit that the housing market took back in 2008-2009, the recovery is in full swing. The news in our industry has been nothing short of impressive. Households in the…
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I'm Ken Jezioro. I'm the founder of SHIELD Security Systems. I founded this security company back in 1976 when I was a full time cop. I suppose I should use the politically correct "police officer," but honestly, I'm not a…
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Why Use Motion Detectors, Anyway? Motion detectors are an important part of many security systems. They provide efficient, versatile protection of spaces within a home or business. In most security system designs, all of the exterior doors are contacted, leaving…
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The evacuation of UB’s dorm recently has me thinking about how uninformed the general public is about the importance of properly installed carbon monoxide detectors. I hope those students who became ill realize how lucky they were. Although there is…
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How Secure Is Your Front Door? Generally speaking, most burglars prefer to enter their victims’ homes through an inconspicuous point-of-entry (i.e., a side or rear window or door). However, FBI burglary statics show that 65% of break-ins occur at the…
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As Western New Yorkers, we’re no strangers to extreme weather. Whether it be lake-effect snowfall, strong winds or heavy rain, we have experienced it all. Unfortunately, many burglars see power outages as an opportunity to commit their crimes undetected and under the…
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Why No Burglar Alarms On The Second Floor... Burglars Are Lazy! If you’re a fan of gangster films and cop shows, you’ve probably heard the term “second story man.” It’s basically another name for “cat burglar” and implies that the…
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This is a true story from a client who called our office today to inquire about resuming her home security monitoring. After a bit of discussion, we realized how she (like many homeowners) was coerced into signing a contract with…
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