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June in the DMV is nothing short of heavenly. Fireflies twinkle, warm breezes flow, and extra daylight makes outdoor entertaining and family time delightful. In recent years, many of us have invested additional time and money into transforming our yard into an outdoor paradise. This means investing in valuable outdoor furniture, tools, technology, and equipment. Many families have also taken the plunge and installed backyard pools to enhance outdoor time. Protecting our financial investments and keeping friends and family safe are top priorities. Several essential strategies protect our backyards and outdoor spaces, including a high-quality home security system.
How Can I Keep My Outdoor Spaces Safe and Secure?
From physical barriers to high-tech security, here are a few tips for protecting your backyard and keeping family and guests safe:
- Fencing is a crucial way to keep intruders out and prevent theft. It also enhances safety by limiting access to swimming pools and other outdoor spaces.
- Store and lock up valuable tools and equipment to keep them out of sight.
- Pack up and secure your patio and grilling equipment when you’re done for the day.
- Invest in a home security system that includes outdoor security surveillance.
- Install lighting to improve nighttime visibility and make after-hours intruders easier to spot. Outdoor lighting can also beautify your home and add curb appeal.
How Can I See What’s Going On In My Yard?
Your yard is an extension of your home. Your home security system should reflect this idea by covering outdoor spaces and your residence. Essential components of a high-quality outdoor security program include:
- Smart video cameras can detect intruders and help you keep an eye on children playing outside, even when you’re in another area of the house.
- AI analytics using artificial intelligence and tested algorithms make sense of video surveillance and enhance the quality of alerts and notifications.
- Sensors and alarms alert you when someone enters your property.
- Customized notification settings weed out harmless wildlife and folks passing through your neighborhood.
- Contact sensors protect valuable equipment. Sensors operating on LTE mobile networks help you monitor equipment outside the range of your home security system.
How Can I Keep My Swimming Pool Area Secure?
Swimming pools are a fantastic amenity and promote meaningful family time. They can also mean danger and potential liability if safety protocols aren’t followed. A few essential steps can help keep your family and guests safe and protect you from liability.
- Many local jurisdictions require fencing around private pools. Fencing prevents trespassers from accessing your pool and reduces the likelihood of an accident.
- Smart video cameras detect trespassers and offer peace of mind when children and guests are enjoying pool time.
- Cameras in the pool area can help you make sure family members and visitors follow house rules even if you’re away from home or in another area of the house.
- Contact sensors on your pool gate can let you know when an intruder is accessing your pool without permission–or if a young family member is heading into the pool area without letting parents know.
Celebrate Summer Safely With Aegis Technologies
A high-quality home security system can help you make the most of summer in a worry-free environment. The team at Aegis Technologies includes home security specialists who can design and install a home security system that meets your needs. We’ll use accessible smart home technology to protect your home inside and out and monitor your home and property when you’re away. Our systems offer effortless monitoring and control through your smartphone, customized alerts and professional monitoring from our partners at Alarm.com. We’ll help you protect valuable furniture and equipment and keep family members and guests safe. It’s the perfect recipe for creating an outdoor oasis and making the most of summer fun.
