When a convicted murderer slipped out of Chester County Prison, evading capture for nearly two weeks, nearby residents feared for their safety. Described as extremely dangerous, Danilo Cavalcante, 34 remained on the lam for 13 days. Businesses closed and residents were urged to keep their doors, windows and cars locked and, at times, to
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IT’S BACK-TO-SCHOOL TIME
IT’S BACK-TO-SCHOOL TIME As the summer winds down, parents and their kids look forward to the beginning of a new school year. From meet-the-teacher opportunities to back-to-school shopping, there is a lot to do before that first day of school. Take a few minutes to review a few safety tips and make this upcoming
Delco Alarm Systems Offers eNotify for all Monitored Accounts
Delco Alarm Systems Offers eNotify for all Monitored Accounts Delco Alarm Systems offers eNotify, a fast and flexible automatic notification system for monitored accounts. Customers who use eNotify receive instant text messages or emails if a condition triggers an alarm code. All notifications will first send date, time, receiver, account number and signal information.
USE IT OR LOSE IT: USING YOUR SECURITY SYSTEM PROPERLY
USE IT OR LOSE IT: USING YOUR SECURITY SYSTEM PROPERLY Security systems are a great way to keep your family and your home safe from intruders. But even the most comprehensive system only works when it is armed. While most people arm their systems at night, many neglect to do so when leaving home
BUZZZZZ
BUZZZZZ Longer days and abundant sunshine gets most of us out of the house for some outdoor fun. Whether you are camping, relaxing in a hammock or cooking up some burgers on the backyard grill, here are some tips to help keep mosquitos and ticks from ruining your summer fun. Mosquitoes Mosquitoes have ruined many
MAKE YOUR HOME LESS INVITING TO CRIMINALS
MAKE YOUR HOME LESS INVITING TO CRIMINALS Most burglaries are residential and occur between the hours of 10am and 3pm. An experienced thief can enter your home, locate and grab valuables and be back outside within minutes. A get-way vehicle makes it even easier. Many times, burglars will stake out neighborhoods to learn when
AN INEXPENSIVE OPTION TO PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM WATER DAMAGE
AN INEXPENSIVE OPTION TO PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM WATER DAMAGE While powerful storms can cause significant water damage to a home, a small leak that goes undetected can be just as destructive. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, a mere one inch of water can cause $25,000 in damage to a home. We’ve
SUMMER SAFETY
SUMMER SAFETY With Memorial Day and the unofficial start of summer upon us, Delco Alarm Company is sharing a few tips to keep your family safe at home and on the road. HOT VEHICLES CAN KILL Never leave a child, or pet, unattended inside of a vehicle. Tragically, each year hundreds of children die
ARE THERE GAPS IN YOUR HOME SECURITY?
ARE THERE GAPS IN YOUR HOME SECURITY? Keeping your family safe is your number one priority, so you’ve installed a home security system. Unfortunately, even the most sophisticated security system won’t be as effective if there are gaps that can be exploited by criminals. Forgetting to lock doors and windows. Burglars want to get
WILDFIRE DANGERS IN THE TRI-STATE AREA
WILDFIRE DANGERS IN THE TRI-STATE AREA While many people think major wildfires are a problem only in the western United States, most wildfires actually occur east of the Mississippi. In the eastern U.S., wildfire danger peaks during the spring months of March, April, and May, as well as in October and November, according to
Thieves Posing as Technicians from another Alarm Company
Delco Alarm Company is warning its customers to be on the lookout for thieves posing as technicians from another alarm company. Last week, a person claiming to be a representative of another alarm company, stopped by a home protected by Delco Alarm Systems. The person lied to the homeowner, saying Delco Alarm Systems had