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If you own real estate that you rent out on Airbnb, you may wonder whether security cameras are allowed in your New York vacation rental. It makes sense that you may wish to monitor renters while they are on your property, and home security cameras can certainly help you accomplish this. Airbnb community policy guidelines state that the use of security measures, including security cameras and recording devices, are allowed — with these important stipulations.
Read MoreSummer is a carefree time of year, but there are safety issues to consider at home. Here are some important, easy-to-follow tips to make this a safer summer for your family.
Read MoreFires and other dangerous emergencies are responsible for many insurance claims, but so are seasonal issues: temperature extremes, irregular humidity, power failure and more. In some industries, including foodservice, grocery, healthcare and transportation, it can be incredibly damaging when these environmental exceptions arise.
Read MoreNow more than ever, security is being compromised in small businesses throughout New York. Small business security needs a quick boost in many enterprises, and you can give yours that boost by starting with your employees. Here are some ways you can tap into your staff as a resource for improving small business security.
Read MoreNow is the time to assess the adequacy of your small business security. New York small business owners need adequate security technology more than ever before, in a time of elevated criminal risks that transcend industry and location. Commercial Fire & Security can help, with area-controlled small business security solutions for any property size. Here’s…
Read MoreThis spring, your business needs more than a simple intrusion alarm to keep the premises secure. With all the threats to building security across every industry, it’s important to boost security at your property with a more customized solution. Here’s what we recommend for better business security in New York and New Jersey this spring.
Read MoreReady to get more out of your home security? New York and New Jersey homeowners should consider how these features can make their home security more robust, while still remaining incredibly simple to manage.
Read MoreAs winter turns to spring, there’s a renewed focus on our living environments and keeping them free from damage. Likewise, recent high profile events have put environmental hazards on the minds of many people. No matter what has inspired you to improve your living environment, our life safety and environmental monitoring technology can alert New York property owners to environmental hazards before there’s no going back.
Read MoreWe all know that meaningful gifts are the most memorable ones. This Valentine’s Day, maybe candy and flowers are less meaningful than a gift that shows an intent to protect your home and the people in it. Here’s how a home security system (or an upgrade to a smart home security system) can help you do that at your New York or New Jersey home.
Read MoreThere’s a rise in crime throughout Long Island over the past year (a major crime increase of 41% in Nassau County and 15% in Suffolk County), most of them property crimes, including burglary and grand theft auto. All things considered, this is not the time to relax on home security.
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