Do I Need a Security Alarm System? A Guide to Security Systems.

Written by Larry Denton


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Unmonitored systems typically have on-site alarms and/or flashing lights that indicaterepparttar security system has been breached. It relies on neighbors to see and hearrepparttar 136222 alarms and then to callrepparttar 136223 police. Neighbors or passersby should never investigate an alarm themselves. With an unmonitored system, it is best to have a combination of strobe lights and alarms. They should be located onrepparttar 136224 street side ofrepparttar 136225 house and in a location that is as inaccessible as possible.

The advantage of this system is that a burglar's primary goal is to gain entrance torepparttar 136226 property and remove valuables without being noticed. Many burglars will flee oncerepparttar 136227 alarms and lights have been activated. The disadvantage isrepparttar 136228 fact thatrepparttar 136229 system relies on neighbors who might not be home or might not want to get involved.

The cost ofrepparttar 136230 average system, which includes either motion detectors insiderepparttar 136231 house or sensors aroundrepparttar 136232 windows and doors, is about $1,200 plus a monthly fee for a monitored-type system. There several levels of alarm systems onrepparttar 136233 market and some are well-suited torepparttar 136234 handy do-it-yourselfer, whilerepparttar 136235 most effective are probably best left to a professional alarm company.

Whichever system you choose, remember: Security Systems, alone, do not prevent thieves from breaking into homes. A good security plan should include strong, secure window, door and lock products; good security habits (always locking doors and windows and night or whenrepparttar 136236 house is vacant); and human surveillance, such as a well-trained neighborhood watch program.

With a little planning and a few financial resources you can provide safety for your family, your car and your business.

Final tip--sliding patio doors are one ofrepparttar 136237 most vulnerable entry points in your home. They can be secured inexpensively with a hinged baar that holdsrepparttar 136238 operating panel shut.

Larry Denton is a retired history teacher having taught 33 years at Hobson High in Hobson, Montana. He is currently V.P. of Elfin Enterprises, Inc., an Internet business providing valuable information on a variety of topics. For a garage full of advice, resources and suggestions about security systems, visit http://www.SecuritySystemsHere.com


Tips on getting your child to stop using a pacifier

Written by Shelley Borle


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Praise your child when your child has given uprepparttar pacifier and tell her you are proud that she is growing up.

Allow your child to express his feelings and if your child is upset or angry, give him special cuddles to help him cope.

If your child asks forrepparttar 136210 pacifier again (and she probably will), don’t give in. Remind her thatrepparttar 136211 pacifier is gone and that she is grown up now.



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