One Dangerous Gas: Carbon Monoxide Can Make Your Family Sick, or Worse
It’s one of the signs of a winter that lingers on and on. Everyone in the house comes down with the flu. Mom, dad and even the healthiest young ones complain of headache, nausea and weakness. Getting up to care for the kids seems like a massive chore, but someone has to dole out the…
Read MoreFire Extinguisher Basics
Lifeline Fire and Security is a leading provider of residential alarm systems in Hawaii, and one of the most common issues it faces is home fires. Throughout the United States, home fires are among the leading causes of residential injury and death. Perhaps, the greatest challenge that fire and security companies face is the lack…
Read MoreFire Safety for Elderly Family Members
Safety is a topic that’s important for people of all ages, but senior citizens are at an increased risk of injury or death from fire. Creating a safe environment for seniors who live at home with an updated monitoring alarm system and a regularly practiced evacuation plan may save the life of a beloved grandparent,…
Read More6 Not-So-Obvious Places to Hide Valuables in the Home
Ready. Set. Steal. Though burglary is no child’s game, thieves are racing against the clock when they enter your home. Even with the best house security systems, burglars know the security guard or police must arrive on the premises to stop them. Because the clock is ticking, thieves have two goals in mind: easy theft…
Read MoreSecurity Threats for Businesses
Companies have enough to deal with these days with a volatile economy and a competitive marketplace without having to worry about security. Ensuring total safety of employees and company property requires a focus on several different elements of business security. Hackers, employees, and thieves are each a potential threat to the average company today. A…
Read MoreHome Cooking Safety Includes a Fire Alarm Service
One of the most delightful things about having a place you can call your home is that you get to cook whatever you want inside of it. Making delicious meals and sharing them with family and friends is one of the most enjoyable parts of life. However, every year thousands of cooking fires are started…
Read MoreGeotagging: Home Security Foe
“Leaving for vacation. Can’t wait!” “Going out to dinner with the hubby.” These posts on Facebook or Twitter might seem fairly innocuous but they could be compromising your home’s security. Home Security Monitoring Versus Alarm Monitoring Home security monitoring and alarm monitoring go hand in hand. Without both, the safety of your home can be…
Read MorePractical Home Security for Vacationing Homeowners
It is tough for homeowners to relax in a vacation paradise if they are worried about what is happening back home. Not only is there burglary and vandalism to worry about, but there is also everything from leaky pipes to weather damage that adds to the plaguing thoughts. However, there are proven home security measures…
Read MoreFire Alarm Service and Candle Safety Go Hand in Hand
According to the National Candle Association, 7 out of 10 homes in the United States use candles and reported sales of candles are estimated at two billion dollars each year. Candles are burned for a variety of reasons from relaxation to lighting a dark room during a power outage. They add romance and ambiance to…
Read MoreYour Fire and Security Company Can Upgrade Old Systems, But How Do You Know if Your System is Outdated?
Have you ever noticed the security systems in banks, government buildings and other places where security monitoring and fire systems are a must? Perhaps, cameras and fire extinguishers were what you noticed, but modern security systems involve much more than just cameras and a few pieces of equipment. Here’s why.
Read More