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As the old saying goes, “If a tree falls in the forest and there’s no one to hear it, does it make a sound?” The same is true for home security and fire alarm systems. Because if you have a self-monitored security or fire alarm system, in the event of a fire, break-in, or other […]

No one likes the hassle of false alarms. They are embarrassing, can annoy neighbors, and might even cost you money in the form of fines. But in most cases, they can be avoided. Let’s look at what causes them and ways to avoid false alarms. A professionally installed alarm supported by a top-notch monitoring system […]

Mardi Gras is one of the most exciting times to be in New Orleans. Celebrating Mardi Gras as a local is a unique and special experience. And with so many tourists and visitors arriving in town, it’s also a perfect time to make some money with a short-term rentals property.  Last year there were thousands […]

It’s that time of year again, Mardi Gras! This unique Mardi Gras in New Orleans celebration and tradition is an exciting time full of parades, costumes, and carefree fun. Thousands of people from all over the world travel to New Orleans each year to take part in the festivities, which usually involve colorful parades filled […]

When was the last time you thought about your smoke, fire, and carbon monoxide detectors? Unfortunately, most of us really do not think about these life-saving devices much at all, and that is a huge problem. Very often, fire alarm systems are installed and then forgotten, while residents mistakenly believe they are in working order.  […]

There are a lot of misconceptions about wellness solutions and why people would need them. Most people think it is just the old “I’ve fallen, and I can’t get up” emergency pendants that help initiate help in an emergency. Today, however, wellness solutions encompass many sophisticated smart technology solutions that work together to increase independence, […]

There was a time when just locking the doors to your business was enough. At most, businesses in more crime-prone areas used a blaring alarm to send criminals on the run. Seems like something out of a movie, doesn’t it? Unfortunately, gone are the days when commercial security was merely an option. Professional commercial security […]

Many homeowners believe that because many (but by no means all) burglaries are opportunistic, they must, therefore, be random. They are not. Criminals are just prepared to take advantage of common known weaknesses. What is the most significant weakness criminals exploit? Not having a security system in place. The four percent (4%) of homes that […]

Did you know that an astonishing 90% of seniors report the desire to stay in their own homes as they age, according to the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)? Many local residents have lived in the community and the same home for a large portion of their lives. It makes sense to want to […]

At ABC Fire and Burglar Alarm, we like to encourage home security and home management automation users to get the most out of their systems by using all of the available functions. When they do, customers can increase comfort, convenience, and security. One of the most helpful (and often underutilized) of these features is the […]