How Safe is Your Slow Cooker?

Fans of the hit ABC show This Is Us have been waiting a long time to find out the cause of Jack's death. Over the past two seasons, there have been a few speculations, however, in a recent episode, the creators of the show revealed a slow cooker had been the cause of his death. Many fans were in an uproar, not only about how it happened but should this be a concern for themselves? House fires are frequent, so we decided to take a closer look and what causes them. 

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Online Security is as Important as Home Security

The internet is a remarkably modern convenience. It brings together friends and family, enhances education, allows for instant access to news, and makes it easier to shop for the goods you need—all of this from the convenience of your home. While we all know the importance of keeping your home safe, many individuals forget to protect themselves from the possibility of a security attack online. 

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How To Protect Your Vacant Property

As a property owner, there will come a time when you’re likely to find your property is vacant. Whether you have moved and are still trying to find a buyer, you need to fill the space with a new tenant, or are completing renovations, unprotected properties are attractive to vandals, thieves, and squatters. The cost to repair or replace can be high, but with the right precautions, you can protect yourself and your empty property. 

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10 Affordable Ways to Boost Home Security for the Holidays

The holiday season is that special time of year where we get to spend lots of time with friends and family. In most instances, this requires a bit of traveling and time spent away from home. You might already have a fantastic home security system in place to help protect you from theft and illegal crime, but there are additional ways to boost your home security this holiday season. Here are some of our favorite.

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Best Nashville Home Alarm Systems

Safeguarding your home from potential threats is easy with the right at home alarm system. There are various devices and services on the market that provide multiple layers of protection for your family and personal assets. With so many options available it could be difficult to choose what level of protection you need. We've broken down the best alarm systems for your home and how they offer protection. 

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The Real Cost of Home Security

While they don’t require signing your soul over to the devil, home security contracts are still notoriously deceptive. Before you sign a contract, be on the lookout for the following contract catches.  

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James Stein
How to Spot Home Security Scams

In recent years, there have been increasing reports of sales people from fringe security companies using unscrupulous tactics to deceive and manipulate customers into switching security providers. So, we want to give you a few tips on spotting home security scams before they can do any damage.

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The History of Home Security

The technological complexities that are now at our disposal to keep you and your family safe from the dangers of the outside world have never been more advanced. Modern home security technology is an easy thing to take for granted, but there was a time in the not-so-distant past when this technology was pure science fiction.

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James Stein
How Home Security Systems Help Prevent Crime

While state-of-the-art home security systems like the ones sold by us at NCA Alarms can certainly be affordable, they are not cheap. A good home security system is an investment, and wise investors want to be sure that they are going to get what they pay for. Indeed, people considering installing a home security system often find themselves asking the same big question. Will a home security system actually protect my house from burglary?

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James Stein
Top Pool Safety Tips for a Healthier, Happier, and Cooler Summer!

As you’re preparing your pool and getting ready to fire up your grill for the 4th of July festivities, be sure to pause for a moment to review pool safety tips with family and friends. Before you execute that perfect cannonball, here’s a quick refresher on the importance of pool safety and some tips for keeping you and your family safe in and around the water.

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James Stein
Why Is My DSC Alarm System Beeping?

While you may be asking why your DSC alarm system is beeping, we all know that the real question is “How can I get the darn thing to stop!?!” Relax, we’ve got you covered on both fronts. Often, once you determine the root cause of the beep, the solution becomes clear.

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James Stein