Keep the season full of cheer: Discover tips to boost safety during the holidays

Chrismas parties, Thanksgiving dinners, and sharing quality time with family are a few of the traditions we look forward to over the holidays. It’s a time to celebrate, but the season has more safety risks. Luckily, adhering to some easy tips and using a modern security system at your Asheville property can boost safety during the holidays.

Going out of town? Deter break-ins at your Asheville home with modern video cameras and automation

Going to see relatives is a cherished aspect of the holidays, but leaving your Asheville home empty increases the threat of burglaries. But there is an answer. Modern home security systems let you keep tabs on your house no matter where you are with innovative surveillance. You may view real-time feeds from your video cameras via the home security app on your cell phone.

Top surveillance tools can even actively defend your home from trespassers. If an individual comes within range, cameras will shine a light or emit a sound to scare them away. Here are a few more ways you can deter intrustions when you’re traveling: 

• Schedule lights to come on at different moments to make your home seem occupied
• Confirm that your home security sign is noticeable
• Go to your home security app to ensure doors are secured and your alarm is set
• Avoid sharing on social networks that you’re going out of town

Defend against Chrismastime porch pirates in Asheville

For numerous families, the holidays mean a steady flow of packages to your door. Don’t entice thieves by allowing them to sit on your porch. Rather, receive an automatic update to your smartphone whenever a package shows up so you know to grab it. 

If possible, schedule deliveries for when you’ll be present. When that’s not possible, ask a neighbor to take them in. You can open your door and deactivate your alarm from your phone. If a person is knocking on your door, you can talk to them via your doorbell camera’s 2-way talk function. 

Adhere to established fire safety during the holidays in your Asheville home 

Ornamental lights, candles, Christmas trees, and homemade meals are a part of the holidays, but they also put you at risk for fires. Here are several tips on how to avoid them:

• Kitchen fires increase during the holidays, notably at Thanksgiving. Never turn your back on an active stovetop. Keep little ones away to protect against burns. Remember to adhere to manufacturer guidelines when cooking with fryers.
• Water Christmas trees and keep them away from fireplaces and candles. Keep in mind that trees get more fire-prone as they dry.
• Avoid overloading electrical outlets with too many lights and extension cords. Loose connections and faulty outlets are at risk of sparking and may result in fires.
• Burning candles are enchanting but also risky around trees and decorations. Use them thoughtfully and always extinguish flames when leaving a room.

Monitored fire alarms are a great way to enhance your protection. When environmental sensors like carbon monoxide detectors and fire alarms link to your home’s security, you and your dedicated monitoring professionals will be alerted any time an alarm trips, whether you’re there or not.

Stay safe during the holidays with a Vivint smart home in Asheville

Find all the tools you need to remain safe during the holidays and all year long from Vivint. Our Asheville home security systems include advanced features like custom automation, monitored fire alarms and cameras with active deterrence. Reach us at (828) 571-7175 and give your loved ones the gift of better security this season.