Keep the season full of cheer: Discover tips to boost safety during the holidays

Thanksgiving feasts, Christmas parties, and sharing quality time with loved ones are some of the traditions we appreciate over the holidays. It’s a time for celebration, but the season has some unique safety risks. Luckily, following some simple guidelines and using a well-equipped security system at your Harrisburg property can help ensure safety during the holidays.

Going out of town? Avoid break-ins at your Harrisburg home with advanced video cameras and automation

Traveling to see relatives is a big element of the holidays, but leaving your Harrisburg property empty ehances the risk of break-ins. But there is an answer. Modern home security systems permit you to keep tabs on your property regardless of your whereabouts with the latest surveillance. You may access real-time feeds from your cameras through the home security app on your cell phone.

Top surveillance devices can even actively safeguard your home from thieves. If a person creeps too close, cameras will cast a light or generate a sound to scare them away. Here are serveral other ways you can avoid intrustions when you’re away: 

• Set lights to activate at various times to make your house look inhabited
• Confirm that your home security signage is in clear view
• Check to verify doors are locked and your system is armed through the mobile app
• Avoid announcing on social media that you’re leaving town

Defend against Chrismastime porch pirates in Harrisburg

For numerous families, the holidays include a constant wave of packages to your front door. Don’t tempt prowlers by leaving them outside. Alternatively, get an immediate notification to your smartphone whenever a package appears so you can collect it. 

Whenever possible, plan deliveries for when you’ll be present. Otherwise, have a neighbor take them in. You can turn off your alarm and open your door from your phone. If somebody is knocking on your door, you can speak to them via your doorbell camera’s 2-way talk function. 

Practice accepted fire safety during the holidays in your Harrisburg home 

Christmas trees, candles, ornamental lights, and homemade meals are popular during the holidays, but they also put you at risk for fires. Here are some tips for how to prevent them:

• Kitchen blazes increase during the holidays, notably at Thanksgiving. Never turn your back on a busy stovetop. Keep kids clear of hot burners to avoid burns. Remember to follow manufacturer directions when using fryers.
• Keep Christmas trees watered and a safe distance from fireplaces and open flames, such as candles. Be mindful that trees grow more flammable as they dehydrate.
• Avoid overloading electrical outlets with extension cords and lights. Loose connections and faulty outlets are known to spark and may lead to fires.
• Burning candles are lovely but also risky around decorations and trees. Place them wisely and always extinguish flames when leaving a space.

Monitored fire alarms are a great way to enhance your protection. When safety devices like fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors integrate with your home’s security, you and your 24-hour monitoring specialists will be notified any time an alarm sounds, whether you’re home or away.

Keep your family safe during the holidays with a Vivint smart home in Harrisburg

Discover everything you need to stay safe during the holidays and all year long from Vivint. Our Harrisburg smart security systems offer modern features like cameras with active deterrence, custom automation, and monitored environmental alarms. Give us a call at (717) 844-9116 and give your family the gift of improved protection this holiday season.