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Did you have a hard time deciding what to get as presents during the holiday season this year? We here at Level Up Automation want to help with that! We know how difficult it can be to decide what to get that special someone. That's why we crafted the 2023 Gifting Guide . This will include some great last minute gift ideas under $200 that will satisfy for any occasion.   CYNC by GE Smart Light Strips Make someone's room light up the whole year round with Cync by GE's Smart Light Strips! Price: $59.99 Need some more light strips? Add-on light strip extensions for $20.99 !   CYNC by GE  LED Color Bulbs Add more color in someone's life with the Cync by GE's Direct Connect Smart Bulbs. Price: $23.99   Roku Ultra LT Give the gift of streaming with the Roku Ultra LT. Viewers can stream their favorite programs on any streaming platform they use. Price: $69.99   SONOS Roam Got an avid music fan in your life? The SONOS Roam speaker is sure to excite...

The necessity of business security cannot be stressed enough. You’ve worked hard to start and run your business. It’s important to you. So protect it with a smart business security system. With a mixture of the right devices and professional monitoring backed by experts, you can add a layer of protection that could be the barrier standing between you and a potential disaster. Business security helps protect you, your property, the goods you sell, and your employees. It isn’t worth the risk of leaving your business unguarded. Why Do I Need Business Security? Protecting your business protects what is important to you. By opening a business, you’ve made an investment and taken a risk. However, one bad day could seriously affect all of the time and energy you have put into it. In 2021, there were  586,564 incidents of burglary reported in the U.S. By adding business security to the mix, you are actively putting up obstacles between your business and any damage that...

PITTSBURGH – December 13 — Guardian Protection, a leading provider of smart home and business security, welcomes Anthony Sirabella as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), reporting to Guardian President Bryan Cipoletti. Sirabella spent eight years at The Kraft Heinz Company, in roles of increasing responsibility, most recently as Assistant Controller North America. He was the CFO at Heartisan Foods prior to assuming his current role at Guardian.  Sirabella began his career at Deloitte after completing his education at the University of Dayton where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Finance and a Master of Business Administration (MBA). He is also a Certified Public Accountant.  About Guardian Protection    Guardian Protection is a premier provider of smart security and automation solutions for commercial, institutional, multi-site, and residential customers. Hundreds of thousands of customers trust Guardian’s award-winning monitoring services and...

Hey there Automation Nation! Recently, our Level Up CEO Jen Mallett sat down with Nicole Kittridge for a webinar to talk about the basics of Smart Energy, and what Smart Energy means in a Smart Home. Check out the webinar here! from Level Up Automation - Home Automation Nation https://levelupyourhome.com/blogs/level-up-smart-stuff/energy-beyond-the-smart-thermostat-webinar via IFTTT

As inflation continues to hike up prices, it’s important for retail owners to take their business security seriously. Higher prices mean that there is a higher theft rate. Is your business protected against this increase? In May 2022, the average price of goods and services rose by 8.6%, according to Business Insider . In response to the rising costs, 50% of U.S. retailers have reported an increase in theft in their stores. As the holidays grow nearer, people taking advantage of retail businesses will only increase. Though this rise in stealing is certainly intimidating for business owners, there are many ways to combat these statistics and protect your business from would-be thieves. Why Business Security? Between the holidays and inflation, there are many reasons why theft is rising. In major cities, for instance, robberies and thefts have increased by 20% in the past two years . As a business owner, this is likely to cause some trepidation. Not only do you need to be on gua...

If you have just recently purchased a Guardian system, you have had the opportunity to learn about many system features and basic ways to use your system during installation and orientation. We wanted to offer a refresher on the things that are most helpful to remember. It’s always good to have an easy reference for the basics. Know When Our Monitoring Team is Calling If your alarm goes off,  our monitoring center will often call you  and your emergency contacts to make sure you get the help you need. It’s very important that you can recognize when we call, so be sure to program the number into your phone right away:  1.800.364.3616  If you have Caller I.D., this number will come up as “GUARDIAN.” This number will only be used by the monitoring center. For all other customer service questions, please call 1.800.PROTECT (1.800.776.8328). 7-Day Orientation Period Once your security system is installed and activated, it will be in “orientation” mode so that you ha...

The holidays can be stressful, but there are many ways your Guardian smart devices can lend a helping hand. From a personal portal to package delivery to holiday lights turned on in a snap, discover the devices that can be your best holiday helpers! Keep an Eye on Packages With the Video Doorbell The video doorbell is perfect for ensuring that packages stay put and safe from porch pirates. And, as more presents arrive, you can monitor when they are delivered from the video doorbell’s feed in your Guardian Protection app . In addition to keeping an eye on your heartfelt gifts, it’s also a convenient way to watch out for holiday visitors. Stay Warm 24/7 With a Smart Thermostat Keep your loved ones warm this season by automatically adjusting the temperature of your smart thermostat . In the Guardian app, you can create a Scene to schedule when to raise and lower temperatures to avoid manually adjusting from day to night. Also, by managing this smart device from the app, you can ...