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When everything you care about is protected, you feel good, confident, and at ease. So why do so few of us take the necessary steps to protect our valuables and our loved ones? Often, the biggest investment of our life – where we live or the business we own – is the least connected to us. All you need to do to get started is make the decision to protect your world. Simple, right? That’s step one. Step two requires a little more thought and planning. How do you make a home safer, smarter, and more connected? It’s all about the layers. You may have heard us discuss the benefits of multi-layered deterrents in another post. Security experts compare layered home security to putting on multiple layers of clothing on a really cold day. The more security barriers you stack up between your home and would-be intruders, the less likely it is your house will be viewed as an easy target. One more question: What  are  the different security layers that make up a sma...

When you hear a security company talk about “professional monitoring,” you might immediately think about burglary and intrusion protection. Makes sense, because professional monitoring is the best way to deter intruders and help protect your home from break-ins. In fact, a study conducted by The University of North Carolina at Charlotte Department of Criminal Justice & Criminology revealed 60% of burglars would change their mind if they see an alarm system is installed. But professional monitoring is really about keeping you safe overall, and helping protect what matters most. It can be used to help protect against a variety of common homeowner concerns — ones that are potentially lethal, and ones that can lead to devastating property damage. For example, did you know that your home can also be monitored for environmental threats, such as fire, carbon monoxide, and water leaks? When combined with security monitoring, life safety and environmental monitoring takes your home’s saf...

Our parents love and care for us throughout our lives. But naturally, the time comes when they need us to care for them. For many of us, COVID-19 pushed the timeline up sooner than we expected. The safety and well-being of Mom and Dad can become one more worry that keeps us up at night. And sleepless nights may just be the start of it. Anyone who has ever acted as a family caregiver — or someone who provides unpaid care to a family member, friend, or neighbor — knows it’s a big job. The  Family Caregiver Alliance  estimates that 44 million Americans provide 37 billion hours of care each year for adult family members and friends. Whether it’s your mother or father, or just a dear family friend, caregiving is rewarding yet challenging work. What if you could give that special person in your life a gift that could make things easier for both of you? That’s exactly why we recommend giving your aging parents the gift of professionally monitored smart home security. Could home s...

Our awesome in-house customer care team answers tons of security-related questions every day. But one question we hear often is, what happens to my home security system if I move? Moving is high on the list of the most stressful life events someone can experience, so we completely understand this concern. There are a million and one things to consider during the moving process, and somehow everything needs to come together in the end to restore peace and balance to your life. We want to be there for you and make sure you get everything you need for a seamless move, including answering any questions about your existing or future home security services. Did you know that Guardian has promotions specially designed for loyal Guardian customers who are relocating? If you’re a Guardian customer and planning a move, this blog post is for you! Why it’s important to notify Guardian of your moving date If you move without reprogramming your security system, your alarm will continue to tran...

Home security and detection, detection and home security — these things go hand in hand! The ability to be aware and ready to react when something is wrong is the cornerstone of security alarm systems for your home. That’s why security sensors are such a big deal; detecting and reacting is what they do. If you’re shopping for home security, you will immediately hear about sensors and detectors. But with all the different kinds available — and the different ways they work to help protect us — it’s easy to get overwhelmed and confused. Here’s a quick beginner’s guide to the world of security sensors! What is a security sensor? A security sensor is a device used to detect events, movement, or changes in its environment. In a standard security system, detection devices are synced with alarm panels, and may operate on RF, Z-Wave, Zigbee, or WiFi technology. They can be used indoors or outdoors, and help create fully-integrated, multi-layered protection. How do security sensors work? S...

Indianapolis – March 22 – Andretti Autosport announced today that Guardian Protection has joined the Indianapolis-based race team as the official smart security partner. Like Andretti Autosport, Guardian Protection is an award-winning company that strives to be the best in the security industry.  “We are excited to partner with Andretti Autosport and proud to have provided a fully integrated security solution for their state-of-the-art facility and 160-plus employees,” said Kevin Bish, Vice President of Marketing, Guardian Protection. “Like the world of racing, every second matters when a partner entrusts their security to Guardian Protection. With access control, intrusion detection, and CCTV systems now installed, our UL-listed monitoring center will go to work, keeping a watchful eye on the dedicated team assets and always ready to respond when needed. This is quite a meaningful partnership and we are proud of it.” Guardian Protection has been providing smart home and  b...

Are you considering selling you home this year? If so, we have good news: People are buying! Low interest rates, growing families, and a desire for more space has resulted in the demand for new homes outgrowing the supply. Even better, The Association of Realtors predicts housing prices will climb 8% in 2021 and 5.5% in 2022. Anyone familiar with Guardian Protection knows how much we love smart home automation. So we asked the question, can smart home upgrades increase your home’s resale value? The best smart home devices to attract new homebuyers The   Forbes Real Estate Council identified smart home technology as one of the most desirable qualities in a home on the market. But smart home tech is a great, big world of possibilities. So, we decided to dig into the specifics of what kind of smart home options homebuyers are really looking for. Here’s just a few highlights of what we learned: More and more people want smart home tech, especially during the pandemic. Pe...