For those of us who have to spend the holidays traveling away from home, leaving your possessions behind can be stressful! The good news is, there are a number of ways to use smart technology to keep your home and your family safe while you’re away.

Personal safety and security. It’s weighing on everyone’s mind. Whenever we send our children off on the school bus, attend a crowded sporting event, sit alongside our neighbors in our house of worship, join our families in our own living rooms, or enter our credit card information for an online order; more and more we are feeling vulnerable to crime. What can we do to safeguard ourselves and our families?

You made a wise decision years ago to install smoke detectors throughout your West Michigan home or business, keeping your family and property safe in the event of a fire. As the seasons passed, you’ve changed the batteries as recommended, but did you know that those trusted detectors actually have a shelf life? 

Throughout the year we strive to keep you abreast of the latest in technologies and trends. 2017 has seen the adoption of integrated voice control, amazing advances in LEDs, incredible strides in virtual reality and so much more! Our smart homes are getting smarter and smarter, but how can we use their features to make our homes safer? Here are some simple ways to put your home automation system to work, ensuring you and your family a happy, healthy and safe holiday season.