The landscape of home security has evolved significantly, presenting homeowners with a choice between traditional alarm systems and the modern innovation of smart home security. Both options offer unique benefits, but understanding their differences is crucial in determining which one aligns with your needs. In this blog, we will compare smart home security with traditional alarm systems to help you make an informed decision.
 

Fire safety is a critical aspect of home security that often goes overlooked. Traditional smoke detectors have served their purpose, but with advancing technology, home monitoring systems now offer a more comprehensive approach to fire prevention. In this blog, we explore how home monitoring systems integrate fire safety measures, providing early detection and effective prevention.

Security cameras are the eyes that never blink, providing round-the-clock vigilance for your property. However, before you embark on installing CCTV cameras, it's crucial to consider various factors to ensure optimal coverage and effectiveness. In this blog, we will delve into the key considerations for a successful security camera installation.
 

Stories of break-ins and mishaps can send shivers down anyone's spine. However, with modern home monitoring systems, these tales are transforming into stories of prevention and security. In this blog, we explore how home monitoring systems play a pivotal role in thwarting break-ins and minimizing potential mishaps.

Emergencies can strike when least expected. In such situations, every second counts. Smart home security systems have revolutionized the way we interact with emergency services, ensuring rapid response times that can make all the difference. In this blog, we will explore how integrating smart home technology with emergency services enhances your safety net.
 

In an ever-evolving world, ensuring the safety of your home and loved ones is paramount. Home security has taken great strides with the introduction of advanced monitoring systems. These systems go beyond traditional alarms, offering comprehensive surveillance and protection. In this blog, we delve into the ways home monitoring systems elevate your home security, providing you with peace of mind like never before.
 

When dealing with security systems with any of these companies: Telus/ADT, Bell Canada, or Rogers, you need assurance that the security products and equipment are of good quality. It reassures clients that in some cases, these companies offer the same alarm security equipment we sell at CSI and the same equipment that most other security company’s use. The quality of security equipment that they all sell is considered good to excellent equipment in today’s security market.

The issue that is the focus of this article is with the terms of ownership of the equipment that is involved. Canada’s Telco companies have fine-tuned the policies regarding their products. The Terms and Conditions provided by each company affect either product ownership or how customers can use this equipment in the future, (should they ever decide to cancel their service or monitoring agreement).

The vast availability of diverse information on the internet makes it easy to find videos and articles on how to do just about anything. This has given rise to DIYs or do-it-yourself activities that have made people believe that a non-professional with minimal instruction can do even technical jobs that include high risks and costly elements of security camera or alarm system installations.

During the pandemic, with offices shut because of various curfews and restrictions, companies had their staff getting as much of their work as they could from home. Additionally, there were many other changes in the ways they got through their work. People were making changes to their homes so they could continue working remotely and would need a room in the house out of which they could work.

Purchasing a security system is not exactly a straightforward process. It involves understanding highly technical terms that are difficult to interpret if you don’t have any prior knowledge of the security camera industry. Moreover, many home security systems now double as smart home hubs, centralizing controls for lights, thermostats, locks, and more within one app on your smartphone. Suddenly, your safety becomes an overwhelming and time-consuming process filled with jargon.

In case there was any doubt, we’re living in the golden age of technology development. In the past couple of decades, we’ve gone from relying on corded phones for the bulk of our communication to tiny computers in our pockets that are capable of dozens of simultaneous communication functions. If smartphones were one of the major tech developments of the 2000s, the next big step would be the development of smart homes.

Meet Johnny Waddell, a.k.a. Johnny, who is a service and installation technician at Colonnade Security Inc. Johnny started his career with us eleven years ago and has a bright future ahead.

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Do you have or do you know someone that has a security system made by Interlogix? Interlogix was a world leader in security products and wireless devices. Unfortunately, they shut down their security alarm product line in 2019. Many customers are unaware of this situation until a service issue arises, and then they are told they need to upgrade their entire alarm system to a new product line.

Over the past few years, many Telco companies have increased their service rates. So, for customers to have a basic phone line service it will cost about $80.00 per month or more. 

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