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Month: May 2021

  • Beware of Proprietary Security Systems

    Beware of Proprietary Security Systems

    Would you be happy purchasing security equipment from a company and being stuck using their service exclusively, even if the service is poor or the price keeps increasing?

    It could happen, especially if you purchase ADT, Xfinity (Comcast), or Simplisafe security equipment. Simplisafe and Xfinity even claim a benefit of not requiring a monthly contract. But the fact is, if you aren’t happy with their service, you’ll need to throw the equipment in the trash – because no other company can take it over and monitor it. Their technology is proprietary.

    These companies make their proprietary equipment quite attractive with huge sales or “free” equipment.

    But that comes at a cost:
    1. A lengthy contract that rolls the equipment cost into the monthly payment
    2. No way out because no other company can take it over

    Let me ask the obvious question:

    If the company locks you into a monthly contract or locks other companies out of monitoring the equipment, what incentive do they have to offer you good service once the sale is complete?

    The answer is simple – They have no incentive.

    For these reasons, EMC Security gives proprietary equipment a thumbs down. We want our customers to CHOOSE to do business with us. That’s why we give them the freedom to cancel at anytime for any reason – with no penalty. The equipment is non-proprietary so many companies can monitor it.

    Click here to schedule a quick, easy takeover today.

  • What to do if You Hear Someone Breaking Into Your House

    What to do if You Hear Someone Breaking Into Your House

    We all get shaken a little when the alarm is triggered – even if it’s a false alarm – right? But if it’s an actual break-in, and you’re there, it’s serious.

    No matter what, don’t put yourself in danger. It’s a really bad idea to confront a burglar. You don’t know if they are armed or not so try to make the safest decisions. Your job is to protect yourself and your family.

    Here’s how:

    • Shh…BE QUIET! Don’t alert the intruder that you are in the house. At this point, the best plan it to quietly find your phone so you can make some calls.
    • If Your Alarm Panel is Nearby (assuming it wasn’t armed), Press the Panic Button. This will make the sirens to go off and will immediately alert the authorities that you need help. It could also scare the burglar off.
    • Find a Way to Get Out of There. If you can escape safely, do it. Try and identify where the intruders are and then leave through a door or window as far away from them as possible.
    • Lock Yourself in a Safe Room. If you can’t exit your home safely, then lock yourself in a room, barricade the door so that the burglar can’t enter even if they are able to unlock the door.
    • Call the Police. If you don’t have a security system or can’t get to the panic button, make the call as soon as possible.
    • Wait. Don’t leave the safe room until the police give the all-clear.

    What If You Encounter the Burglar?

    • Don’t be a Stupid-Hero. Let them take whatever they want as long as they leave you and your family alone. The sooner they get what they want, the sooner they’ll leave. Never try to stop a burglar from taking anything because you don’t want to trigger any violence.
    • Don’t provoke them. This can be difficult when you are feeling violated. But don’t initiate physical violence to catch a burglar. Stay as far away from a burglar as possible. You should only fight back if you are attacked.
    • Get a good look. As discreetly as possible, take mental notes of their physical features (height, build, hair, eye color, ethnicity, distinct markings) and mannerisms (accent, walking style) so you can provide the details to the police.

    Knowing what to do during a home intrusion is vital to your safety and that of your family. By installing a home security system, you could avoid a frightening and potentially life-threatening situation. Contact EMC Security today for a quote and/or free home evaluation at 770.963.0305.

    What To Do If You're Home During a Break In

  • I’ve Been Robbed. What Do I Do?

    I’ve Been Robbed. What Do I Do?

    If you’ve just suffered a home burglary you may simply be asking what do I do now?

    Whether you’re in panic mode or you’re just not sure where to turn, learn what to do immediately after a home burglary, these tips will help you get through the process as quickly and painlessly as possible.

    Step 1. Call the Police

    The first thing you should always do after a home burglary is to call the police. If your security system was armed – triggering an alarm, we will contact the authorities for you.

    • If you’ve left the house and/or you think the intruder may still be there: This is an emergency. From your locked car or a neighbor’s house, dial 911.
    • Any delay to call the police could the lower their chances of catching the perpetrator and recovering your stolen items.

    Step 2. Survey your property and possessions

    Once the authorities arrive at your home, make a detailed and complete list of everything that has either been damaged or stolen. Include as many details as you can about each item and their value. Give this list to the police and save additional copies for your own records, as well as your insurance company.

    It’s also a good idea to take photographs or provide video footage of your damaged property. It’s likely that you will need to provide proof to your insurance company of items that were taken or damaged in the process.

    Step 3. Call your insurance company

    Assuming you have insurance, you will need to file a claim within 24 hours of filing a report with the police, so it’s important to notify them as soon as you can. In most cases, a claim adjuster will come and inspect your home and any associated damage that may have been caused, so it’s essential that at this stage not to move or touch anything unless you’ve been instructed to do so by the police.

    Step 4. Call your bank

    After you’ve called the police and spoken to your insurance company, you’ll need to call your bank if any of your credit/debit cards or checks were stolen. Likewise, if a computer, tablet, or phone with banking information and financial data was taken, you’ll need to share this information with your bank as well. It’s important that you call your bank and financial institutions as soon as possible to avoid fraud or any additional theft.

    Step 5. Notify others

    Consider everything that was taken and who else you may need to notify:

    • If your driver’s license was taken you should apply for a replacement immediately.
    • If your passport was taken notify the office that issued your passport to cancel it, then apply for a new one.
    • If your mobile phone was stolen, notify your network provider right away, so that they can block the phone from being used.
    • Notify your neighbors of the burglary to see if that may have witnessed anything.

    Step 6. Take care of yourself

    Besides simply losing valuables and causing damage to your home, burglaries can leave you and your loved ones feeling vulnerable, unsafe and emotionally shaken. Once you’ve taken all of the immediate actions, you need to channel your attention to taking care of yourself and your family.

    Step 7. Apply preventative measures

    Installing a monitored security system and/or security cameras can help make you feel safer and secure in your own home and reduce the risk of a second home burglary.

    Contact EMC Security to take preventative measures and make your home safer in the future. Check out our blog for other helpful security tips to prevent your home from being burgled again.