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Myths of Home Invasions and Burglaries

No matter where you live in Arizona, you face the risk of becoming the next victim of a home invasion or burglary. A home invasion is defined as an unlawful entry while the residents are occupying the property and can involve the commission of crimes such as robbery, rape, kidnapping

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5 Things to Look for in Your Video Surveillance System

“What should my security system have?” That’s one of the most frequently asked questions we hear at Titan Alarm, Inc. An advanced system consists of various integrated devices that can include burglar alarms, smoke detectors, motion sensors and what many experts consider to be “must-have” components of any security system:

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Seasonal Crime Trends

While a home break-in can occur at any time, there is one period of the year where the risk increases: summer. According to Bureau of Justice statistics, the burglary rate is approximately 10.5 percent higher in the summer than the winter, the least active home burglary season. The reasons home

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What to Do If You’re Home During a Break-In

Coming home to discover that you’ve been the target of a burglar can be an unsettling experience, to say the least — but it’s not nearly as frightening as when someone breaks into your house while you and your family are there! Knowing how to stay safe when an intruder

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Security Cameras in Public Places: A Good or Bad Thing?

Like it or not, if you’re in an airport, school, airport, grocery store or nightclub, there’s a good chance there’s at least one security camera keeping a watchful eye on you. The increasing presence of security cameras in our society has fueled a heated debate regarding whether this is a

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Steps to Take After a Break-In

Coming home to discover that someone has burglarized your house or apartment can be a traumatic experience. Not only do you have to deal with replacing the stolen items, but you must also cope with the emotional distress and the feeling of being violated. The following steps can guide you

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What to Do in Tucson, AZ

Located in beautiful Pima County, AZ, the city of Tucson (approx. population 531,000) is a thriving desert community that is the site of the University of Arizona. Tucson has much to offer to visitors and residents alike. Here is a partial list of the best activities in Tucson and the

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Common Home Break-in Spots

Few neighborhoods are immune from burglaries and break-ins these days — when you consider that nearly 5,000 home break-ins occur daily in the United States, it’s important to know how to defend your property against intruders and thieves. A good place to start is gaining an awareness of the most

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The Best Places to Put Security Cameras

“Where are the best places to install security cameras?” “How many security cameras should I have on my property?” These are two of the most common questions we hear at Titan Alarm, Inc. It’s important to note that no two homes are exactly alike — the answers to where and

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Daytime Home Security Tips

We tend to think of burglars as nighttime prowlers who rely on the cover of darkness to break into homes undetected — but this is often not the case. Depending on the location, as many as 40-60 percent of home burglaries occur during the day. These enterprising criminals prefer the

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