Ring Security System Review: Reliable and Affordable DIY Home Security

For decades, home security systems have provided ways to monitor homes for burglaries and emergencies,  keeping your properties and family safe. The problem is, a lot of these traditional home security systems are costly, requiring a professional installation and a long-term contract that locks you in to their service.  That’s why we’re looking at the … Read more

How to Install Garage Door Locks in 5 Minutes

A residential garage door can be one of the weakest links in your home’s security.  That can be especially true if your garage entrance is shielded from view of the road or if you do not live close to your neighbors.  And, you can be certain that a burglar will attempt to enter your home … Read more

Front Door Security, Start to Stop 70% of Completed Burglaries

Front door security

According to the 2010 DoJ National Crime Victimization Survey, 73.4% of completed burglaries accessed the home through a door.  In other words, a little front door security goes a long way. And, we’ve already seen how taking certain steps to secure our homes can dramatically reduce your risk of burglary. [column type=”two-thirds”][counter num_start=”0″ num_end=”73.4″ num_suffix=”%” … Read more

Do It Yourself Home Security for Under $100

Do it yourself home security

[icon type=”rocket”] Getting started I’m going to assume that you’re just starting to think about securing your home and give you an idea of the strides you can make with a very reasonable investment.  Our budget will be $200 for materials (tools won’t be included), and I’ll omit things that most people will have around … Read more

5 Tips for Effective Home Security Under $20

5 tips to effective home security under 20

Want a secure home without busting the budget? Need a home security gift idea? Well, many times going cheap just isn’t worth it.  But, these are quality tips that everyone should seriously consider. It may not be all you do (I certainly hope not), but it’s an easy start for home security under $20. The … Read more

Reolink RLC-422W Wireless Security Camera Review: 5 MP Resolution Outdoor Security Camera Under $100

Reolink wireless outdoor camera review

JodyHi, I’m Jody. I graduated with honors with a Masters of Science in Computer Engineering and have over 15 years of experience working as an engineer with electronics products. I’m a lifelong learner and tinkerer and enjoy automating things around the house so I can solve bigger problems than getting out of bed to check … Read more

Home Security Tricks That Will Turn Your House Into An Impenetrable Fortress

Want to go the extra mile to give your house fortress-level security? There are practical and clever ways you can add to your home to keep those burglars at bay and then there is next-level security. You’ll need both to turn your house into an impenetrable fortress, so keep reading for our best home security … Read more

What Are the Pros and Cons Of Cloud Cameras?

Are you planning on putting up a security camera in your home or office? Are you thinking of going for a cloud-based camera? With the goal of the IoT technology to make every household device connected to the internet (with the help of a home automation server), is giving your camera connectivity a good idea? … Read more

How to Care for Your Pets from Work

For those of you having furry friends or pets at home, it is not always possible to take care of them full time when you have a day job. A pet daycare could be an excellent choice but may not always work for other pets, or maybe you just can’t afford that. Thankfully, there are … Read more

The 5 Best Motion-Activated Sprinklers [2021 REVIEWS and RATINGS]

Are you worried about wandering animals messing up your garden or lawn (and want to shoo them away as humanely as possible)? Or keep intruders at bay even when you’re not at home? Then you might want to consider upgrading your traditional sprinklers with motion-activated sprinklers! If you are not new to home automation, then … Read more