The following are some of the most frequently asked storm-related questions we receive at Delco Alarm Systems. How to stop the beeping The sound coming from the keypad is there to let you know that your system has a trouble condition. There are various methods to stop the sound, each depending on the manufacturer of
Back to School
As the summer winds down and the kids go back to school, now may be the time for a home security checkup. Alarm Systems The best way to secure your home is with an alarm system. Anytime you leave your house empty – to go to work, go on vacation or even run errands
Hurricane Season and home security
As peak hurricane season approaches, property owners should have plans in place should a dangerous storm approach. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting 2021 to be an above-normal hurricane season. “Now is the time for communities along the coastline as well as inland to get prepared for the dangers that hurricanes can
Safety in Parking Garages
Stay Safe When Parking As drivers, we take to the road carefully, stay alert and look for improved safety features in our vehicles. But a frequently overlooked safety issue can be one of the most dangerous parts of driving: using parking lots and garages. Robberies, carjacking’s, kidnapping and assaults in parking facilities are increasingly common.
New Item at Delco Alarm Systems
A home security system can be a critical component in keeping your home and loved ones safe and secure. Over the years, such systems likely included sensors on your doors and windows, motion detectors and smoke detectors. As security systems evolved, cameras and smart phone features were added. Now, homeowners can protect against water leaks
Landscaping to Help Home Security
Improving the landscaping around your home will increase its curb appeal, but will it make it more secure? ELIMINATING HIDING PLACES Although a yard with lush foliage and flowers is appealing, too much of a good thing or plantings in the wrong location provide the perfect hiding spot for burglars. Shrubs and trees near ground-level
In Memory of Mark Steward
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the death of Mark Steward, one of Delco Alarm Company’s valued employees. Mark, who was 49, passed away on May 24. Born and raised in England, he had worked for Delco Alarm Company since 2016. We, his Delco Alarm family, were shocked and saddened by
Ready for a Vacation?
After more than a year of quarantines and isolation, nearly everyone is ready for a vacation. The beach, the mountains or a trip to somewhere far away, it seems we all are itching to get away. Before you leave, the staff of Delco Alarm Systems has a few pointers to make sure your home remains
HAVE FUN AND STAY SAFE THIS SUMMER
After more than a year of trying to dodge the Corona Virus, the summer of ‘21 is bound to be one you won’t forget. We are all eager to get out of the house and have some fun. Don’t let an accident mar your good times. To help you keep your family safe this summer,
As we start to return to work and school, is it time to do a security checkup?
As more people return to work and school outside of the home, it’s a good time to give your home’s security a quick checkup. Despite what many people think, most residential burglaries occur during the day. The last thing a burglar wants is to come face-to-face with a homeowner. For this reason, many bad guys
Is Your Security System In Need of an Update?
When you moved into your home, you installed a new security system thinking it would last forever. While the bones of the system are probably fine, outmoded technology might be limiting its effectiveness. If your system is 20 years old, it may not have all of the features and capabilities now available. Like computers and smartphones,