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February 6, 2023
According to a U.S News & World Report 2022 survey, in 2021 there were “nearly 620,000 burglaries in the United States alone,” resulting in more than $737 billion in stolen property. And although burglary rates are down 31% since 2020, many American homeowners are turning to home security systems. This industry is projected to grow […]
January 17, 2023
Worrying about your house while you’re away is normal. After all, it’s not only a huge investment, it’s where you live. Removing some of that worry is what we do as Home Watch professionals. But there are things you can do too to help protect your home. One thing to consider is how your home’s […]
January 4, 2023
There’s lots to do at home when preparing for a vacation or out-of-town assignment. You not only have to clear your schedule, pack clothes and make reservations, there are also things to do at home before leaving on a trip. Here are tips on how to make sure your home is safe while you’re away. […]
December 19, 2022
One of the worse things that can happen to your home is the infiltration of mold and mildew. It can be hard to eradicate and can cause sometimes severe allergic reactions or health risks. Mold and mildew can sneak up on you, especially if you are away from your home for an extended period of […]
December 6, 2022
The holiday season is a time when people buy, and it’s also a time when they travel to visit friends and family. Whether you are at home or away, there are steps you should take to protect your home and belongings from holiday crime. Here are some tips on how to protect your home over […]
November 30, 2022
We’re getting ready for another winter here in Northern Virginia, and it’s good to be prepared for the cold weather. While you’re snuggling in by a cozy fire, you may not be giving thought to what’s going on outside—especially in a winter storm. Here are some ways snow or ice can damage your home, and […]
November 7, 2022
If you are a burglar, you are going to look for the easiest path to success. It only makes sense to want to get in and out quickly to avoid being caught. Professional thieves know what to look for—both for what makes a home an easy target, and what makes a home an undesirable one. […]
October 18, 2022
With its number of professional sports teams, the DC Metro region and Northern Virginia has a preponderance of professional athletes in its midst. If you’re one of these athletes, you likely have an impressive home in our area. However, if you’re like many professional athletes, you are not always living in your house. Your schedule […]
October 4, 2022
One of the most shattering events that can happen to anyone is a burglary or break-in in your home. After all, your home is supposed to be your sanctuary; your safe place to live. Unfortunately, it happens. Knowing what to do immediately upon discovering a break-in or burglary, and how to process the aftermath is […]
September 27, 2022
There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t see packages on our neighbors’ porches as I drive home. Big packages, small packages, and sometimes piles of packages, all presumably ordered online with drop-off delivery. It also makes me wonder about the security those packages, with porch pirates on the prowl. More than 35 […]