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Month: December 2021

  • Smart Home Security in the Palm of Your Hand

    Smart Home Security in the Palm of Your Hand

    According to The Verge, an American technology website, approximately 40 percent of U.S. homes have given up their landlines in exchange for cell phones, a statistic cited from the federal government’s National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS). In previous years, many homeowners were reluctant to abandon their landlines because doing so, meant they would not be able to provide protection for their homes — as home security systems were dependent on landlines to communicate with local authorities in the event of a break-in. However, thanks to recent advances in smart home technology, new options are available — and by the looks of it, they’re here to stay.

    Access & Control Your Home Security Remotely

    This insight says a great deal about the modern world, in which people have more control over their homes than ever, in large part because of smart homes and smartphones. Recent advances in smart technology allow homeowners to remotely access and control their home security systems, door locks, thermostats, appliances, and other devices. As homes continue to increase in value, many homeowners are welcoming the wireless shift to smart homes with open arms. While technology continues to develop in other areas, home security systems and accessories are also getting smarter as well, and the smart alarm system now complements those advances.

    For many, this technology finally fulfills the promise of allowing consumers to monitor, protect, and control their homes from the palm of their hands. The arrival of the remote services allows homeowners to surveil their homes themselves, which helps promote a sense of constant safety and accessibility. Smart technology homeowners have the ability to monitor their system’s arming status, remotely arm or disarm their systems, and receive email and text alerts related to security activity, all of which provides plenty of options for homeowners who expect the freedom that smart home devices provide.

    As smart homes advance and grow smarter, it’s encouraging to know there are security systems that continue to evolve and deliver clever benefits of equal value.

  • EMC Security – Retail Services

    EMC Security – Retail Services

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    Business Security Solutions for Retail Establishments

    Frequent challenges in a retail environment include theft and shrinkage, employee safety, and maintaining high work standards while the owner is away from the business.

    Below are the retail services provided by EMC Security:

    1. Video Surveillance

    Effectively utilizing a video camera system allows owners to maintain a record of activities for later review. It also provides owners with real-time and recorded video on demand and notifications while off-site.

    2. Intrusion Detection

    Intrusion or burglary protection gives owners the peace of mind that when their business is closed, they are still being protected. Pairing panic devices with a security system allow workers to immediately and discreetly alert authorities if they are being threatened or in need of help.

    3. Fire Protection

    EMC Security ensures businesses remain code compliant with NFPA standards with full- service design, installation, monitoring, and fire system inspections.

    4. Access Control

    With virtually unlimited access control options, retail owners can limit access to key areas like storage, business offices, and critical IT rooms.

    Learn more about protecting your business by contacting EMC Security or completing our Commercial Instant Quote below.

  • 5 Reasons Why a Video Doorbell is a Great Gift

    5 Reasons Why a Video Doorbell is a Great Gift

    Thinking about a video doorbell for a loved one?

    You’re not alone. This type of video camera is one of the most popular smart-home products of the year. The reason why is because it’s a doorbell, a video camera, and a two-way communications device all wrapped into one.

    5 Really Useful Things You Can Do With a Video Doorbell

    1. Answer the door from anywhere in the world

    • When a visitor rings yourvideo doorbell, it chimes like an ordinary doorbell but you also get an alert on your smartphone app.
    • Tap the alert and you’ll see a live video stream of your visitor. They can’t see you but you can see them, and you can have a conversation using the doorbell’s two-way audio feature.

    2. Secure a delivered package

    • Have you ever experienced the anxiety of having a valuable package being left on your porch when you’re not there? With a video doorbell installed as part of your smart home security system, you won’t need to worry.
    • When the delivery driver rings the bell, you can ask them to leave the package inside, unlocking your front door with thesmart lockand disarming your security system all through one app. No smart-locks? You can still instruct the delivery person to place the package in a different location or ask a friend to claim it.

    3. Catch a suspicious person in the act

    • A video doorbell is actually a complete security camera, able to capture motion-triggered clips, alert you, and store your clips for later viewing.
    • It’s a great way to keep an eye on activity around your porch and driveway, which are the busiest areas on your property.
    • Should your camera catch something —a suspicious caller or a package thief, you’ll find it easy to download the clip and share it with your local police department.

    4. Keep up with the kids

    • You can use your video doorbell as a tool for peace of mind. For example, your doorbell camera can send you a daily video alert when your kids arrive home from school.
    • Kids also enjoy using video doorbells as a one-way ‘FaceTime’ device, ringing the bell when you’re at work to say hello and give you a wave.

    5. Sleep undisturbed

    • Naptime is the worst time imaginable for a loud doorbell to chime through your home. Simply put your video doorbell in ‘Do Not Disturb’ mode which switches the chime off, but still sends you a text alert when a visitor rings the bell. Then just open your app, see who’s there, and decide whether to answer or not.

    Give EMC Security a call to order your video doorbell at 770-963-0305 today – OR order online right now for just $149.

    5 Reasons Why Everyone Loves Their Video Doorbell Camera

  • Can EMC Security Monitor My Security System?

    Can EMC Security Monitor My Security System?

    More homes than ever before have pre-installed security systems, or the home is pre-wired and ready for security equipment to be installed.

    This begs the question that is often confusing to consumers, “Do I have to use the company that installed the equipment to monitor it?”

    No, you don’t.

    With just a few exceptions, EMC Security can monitor most existing home security systems. This is good news if you’re happy with the existing security system in your home but dissatisfied with your current monitoring service, or especially if you’re moving into a home with a pre-installed system.

    What is Monitoring?

    When your alarm is activated (by a sensor striking on a door or window), an alarm is sent to the central monitoring station for immediate action. This includes contacting you at pre-determined phone numbers (EMC Security’s alarm response is less than 14 seconds on average) and relaying your address and the type of emergency to police, fire, or medical authorities.

    Some systems are only supported by the company that installed them. These systems are called proprietary systems. Some well-known companies block other companies from monitoring their systems with proprietary systems. However, there are many other system types that are non-proprietary which makes choosing a monitoring provider much easier.

    If you’re moving into a home with an existing security system, the control panel should give you a make and model number to assist with your research. This information is all EMC Security needs to determine if we can monitor your system.

    How to Switch to EMC Security

    As part of our process of activating an existing security system, our customers receive:

    • A full system diagnostic
    • Reprogramming to communicate to EMC Security monitoring centers
    • Full system communications test
    • Panel battery replacement if needed
    • Homeowner training on full system operation
    • Yard signs and window decals

    Can EMC Security Monitor My Existing System?

  • Number One Safest City in Georgia

    Number One Safest City in Georgia

    With a population of 34,641, Kennesaw, GA is ranked the safest city in Georgia.

    Kennesaw is part of Metro Atlanta and is home to the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park and Kennesaw State University. Residents have one of the lower average poverty rates in the state with a highly educated populace.

    Statistic CountRaw Kennesaw/ 100k People Georgia/ 100k People National/ 100k People
    Total Crimes Per 100K 532 1,535.8 2,716.5 2,476.7
    Violent Crime 48 138.6 340.7 366.7
    Murder 1 2.9 6.2 5.0
    Robbery 8 23.1 75.0 81.6
    Property Crime 484 1,397.2 2,375.8 2,109.9
    Burglary 34 98.1 372.1 340.5
    Car Theft 33 95.3 223.9 219.9

    More Safe Cities in Georgia:

    1. Kennesaw (Pop. 34,641)
    2. Grovetown (Pop. 14,918)
    3. Acworth (Pop. 22,921)
    4. Alpharetta (Pop. 67,411)
    5. Glennville (Pop. 5,084)
    6. Woodstock (Pop. 33,470)
    7. Hampton (Pop. 8,044)
    8. Tyrone (Pop. 7,451)
    9. Braselton (Pop. 12,297)
    10. Milton (Pop. 40,067)
    Image source : http://www.kennesaw.com/attractions/the-general/

  • Most Dangerous Cities in Georgia – 2021 Edition

    Most Dangerous Cities in Georgia – 2021 Edition

    Georgia is full of beautiful landscapes, gorgeous beaches, and historical towns. But it also has a few cities that have placed Georgia in the top 3rd of the nation for most dangerous states.

    Based on the latest FBI crime stats for Georgia (2021 Crime in the United States Report), below is a list of the most dangerous cities in Georgia.

    The list ranks Georgia cities with over 5,000 people and is based on a ratio of both violent and property crimes per population.

    Be safe out there – no matter where you are!

    City Violent Crime (per 100k) Property Crime (per 100k) Notes
    1. College Park 1,158 6,794 Ranked #2 last year, and home to Hartsfield Jackson Airport, the busiest airport in the word. College Park is the most violent place in Georgia.
    2. Americus 840 5,526 Also ranked higher than last year, Americus is the Home to Habitat for Humanity’s international headquarters, and the highest incidents of reported rape crimes in the state.
    3. Albany 1,053 4,603 Georgia’s 3rd largest city, Albany has high violent crime and property crime rates.
    4. Forest Park 720 4,454 Not even on the list of the top 10 last year, Forest Park has a high incidence of violen crimes, including rape and murder.
    5. Warner Robins 548 4,710 Burglary and rape crimes dominate this city, which is the 2nd largest city in Georgia.
    6. Douglasville 525 5,816 Douglasville rose in the ranks from 15th last year due to a high property crime rate (on average 6 per day).
    7. Morrow 419 9,062 Morrow is actually the least violent city on the list but the property crime is the highest for the state, more than 300% higher than the national average.
    8. Bainbridge 675 3,912 Located in SW Georgia with the 2nd highest rate of burglaries.
    9. Waynesboro 426 3,916 Unfortunately this little city rose 22 places from last year.

    Need something positive to chew on?

    Here are the safest cities in Georgia:

    1. Kennesaw
    2. Grovetown
    3. Acworth
    4. Alpharetta
    5. Glennville
    6. Woodstock
    7. Hampton
    8. Tyrone
    9. Braselton
    10. Milton
    Source: https://ucr.fbi.gov/crime-in-the-u.s

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  • Holiday Fire Prevention Tips for Your Home

    Holiday Fire Prevention Tips for Your Home

    Holiday Lights

    • Maintain Your Holiday Lights

    Inspect holiday lights each year for frayed wires, bare spots, gaps in the insulation, broken or cracked sockets, and excessive kinking or wear before putting them up. Use only lighting listed by an approved testing laboratory.

    • Do Not Overload Electrical Outlets

    Do not link more than three light strands, unless the directions indicate it is safe. Connect strings of lights to an extension cord before plugging the cord into the outlet. Make sure to periodically check the wires – they should not be warm to the touch.

    Do not leave holiday lights on unattended!

    Holiday Decorations

    • Use Only Nonflammable Decorations

    All decorations should be nonflammable or flame-retardant and placed away from heat vents. If you are using a metallic or artificial tree, make sure it is flame retardant.

    • Don’t Block Exits

    Ensure that trees and other holiday decorations do not block an exit way. In the event of a fire, time is of the essence. A blocked entry/exit way puts you and your family at risk.

    • Never Put Wrapping Paper in the Fireplace

    Wrapping paper in the fireplace can result in a very large fire, throwing off dangerous sparks and embers that may result in a chimney fire.

    Candle Care

    • Avoid Using Lit Candles

    Consider using battery-operated flameless candles, which can look, smell and feel like real candles.

    • If You Do Use Lit Candles

    Make sure candles are in stable holders and place them where they cannot be easily knocked down. Keep candles at least 12 inches from anything that can burn. Never leave a room or go to bed with candles burning.

    • Never Put Lit Candles on a Tree

    Do not go near a Christmas tree with an open flame – candles, lighters or matches.

    Please never underestimate the power of having fire and smoke detectors as a part of your security system. Fire and smoke monitoring is a service provided whether the customer’s security system is armed or disarmed.

    For more details on how to add fire monitoring to your home, please contact an EMC Security representative at 770-963-0305.

    All EMC Security customers receive fire monitoring at no additional cost.