DIY Home Security Tips from 21 Expert Panel

SABRE's David Nance, also known as the Personal Safety Expert, was part of a panel earlier this month to address home security options when it comes to DIY installation.

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All twenty-one panelists selected by Safe and Sound Family were asked the same question - "What's the most important tip you have for homeowners who want to install a DIY home security system?"

Nance says the most important tip he has is to invest in securing all main entrance points and all ground floor windows and doors for one very important reason: more than 50% of home invasions are occurring through first floor entry points. But don't just install the system and forget about it; homeowners should be actively monitoring the alarms to make sure they're working properly.

The SABRE home series - which can be found in Target stores nationwide or online at our website, offers several motion sensing alarms that will sound a 120 decibel siren when activated - that can be heard up to 300 feet away! The benefits of using wireless or standalone alarms are many - homeowners will be able to avoid expensive monthly fees, wiring installation costs, and still receive an excellent level of protection.

At 120 dB, you and any neighbors and people living in the vicinity of your home are woken up - but most importantly, now the intruder knows that if you're home, you are now awake. We know intruders want the path of least resistance, and an alert homeowner with noisy alarms is not an easy target.

Here are some other quick tips from the other panelists:

• Have a back up plan in case your alarm system does not deter and intruder - a safe can be an easy way to secure important belongings and documents.
• Do your research! Make sure you know the difference between a sensor and alarm, and make sure to learn the range of the products so you're getting so you have accurate expectations for the performance of your system.
• An alarm alerts you that something is happening, not that something is about to happen. That means families need back up plans and need to agree on a commonly known safety procedure in case of an emergency.
• Keep it simple! A system that is easy for multiple family members to use means the system is more likely to be activated, and is more likely to be on if and when an emergency occurs. 
• Invest in something that can protect and alert you for multiple threats - a system that has fire, flood and intruder protection means the homeowner is getting more for their money.

If It's Good Enough for the White House - Why Home Security Matters

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last month, a man hopped a fence and gained entry at what you'd think to be one of the most heavily guarded and most secure buildings in America - the White House. According to several news outlets, the private living quarters of the Obama family is not in fact swarming with Secret Service when the President and his family aren't there.

Such was the case on September 19th, so Omar Gonzalez was allegedly able to run across the grounds and actually enter the building before being stopped.

This week the director of the Secret Service has been sitting in a hearing on Capital Hill facing scrutiny from several lawmakers about how this breach of security happened. One Congressman suggested the Secret Service use a home alarm system he has in place at his home. While the advice was simply to add to the embarrassment felt by the department, the Congressman does bring up a good point. He argues a system would have at the very least alerted the guards someone was inside that shouldn't be. But the system he suggests comes with expensive monthly fees and wiring costs.

Instead, the SABRE Home Series provides effective safety solutions at an affordable price, easy DIY installation, and no additional fees. Had SABRE stand alone alarms or a wireless alarm system been in place and activated during this episode, the second an intruder opened a door or window the intruder and everyone else would have known there's someone inside who doesn't have access.

The average American doesn't have a fenced in property with guards on stand-by. But the average American can invest in their home's security to protect themselves and their families from being victims of theft or worse. According to the FBI, property crimes and breaking and enterings are one area of crime that continues to rise across the country.

Visit the SABRE Home Series website to learn more about our wireless and stand alone home alarm systems.

Be Smart, Be Ready, Be Safe.

PowerCakes Blogger Giveaway - How Do You Stay Safe?

Many college students have been on campus for about a month, but the Red Zone is still in effect. The Red Zone is what law enforcement refers to as September and October and it's when the most accidents, injuries and attacks happen on college campuses. SABRE and our partners are continuing to remind everyone to make their personal safety a priority.

Self-Defense Expert and SABRE partner Jennifer Cassetta took the message to the PowerCakes Blog this weekend. She shares her five most important tips for Back to School Safety - plus, a SABRE product giveaway! Take a look at some of her tips here, but head over the PowerCakes blog to learn more tips!

#1: Check Your Posture -  How you stand, walk, and carry yourself can deter a potential attacker or make you a walking target. Keep your shoulders back and your head and eyes up as you walk around in public to convey confidence to others.

#2: Get Off Your Phone - Contrary to the comforting aspect some may find with texting or talking to people on the phone as you're out and about, put your phone down and don't be distracted! Be engaged with your surroundings, not your voicemails or Instagram feed. 

#3: Keep Your Home Away From Home Safe - Whether you live in a one-room dorm or share an apartment with friends, it's important to make your home your safe haven. SABRE's Dorm/Apartment Kit come with three alarms that can keep you and your belongings safe by sounding sirens heard up to 300 feet away if an intruder tries to break in. 

To enter the PowerCakes giveaway and a chance to win a kit for yourself, and copy of Jennifer's new book, Hear Me Roar: How to Defend Your Mind Body and Heart Against People Who Suck - visit the blog now! 

Need Last Minute Back to School Safety Essentials? Head to Target!

Many students have already made the journey back to campus - but even the most prepared may have left a few important items off their shopping lists. And if you haven't left yet - SABRE has some additions to your last minute Target run!

You can find several SABRE products at your local Target store that help keep college students safer on campus. Here are some of our favorites that will help you and your college student have peace of mind while they're away:

1.) Dorm/Apartment Kit: This three-piece set will give you protection at home and on the go. The door stop alarm, and door/window alarm sound at 120 decibels when activated - a siren you can hear up to 300 feet away so your hall mates and neighbors will know if you're in trouble. The alarms are battery activated, and take just seconds to install before they're ready to be used. Plus - it's portable so these key pieces can be carted to your next home away from home. The kit also includes a personal alarm with an LED light.

2.) Personal Alarms: SABRE's personal alarms may look like thumb drives you surely have to head back to campus, but instead of saving your homework it could help save you from becoming a victim. These 110 decibel alarms are easy to activate - just pull the alarm from the key chain and people up to 300 feet away will know you need help.

3.) SABRE Red Key Chain Pepper Spray: SABRE's Campus Safety Pepper Gel is a great option for college students as it doesn't become airborne and any secondary effects on the user or bystanders are minimal. You can find one here - but Target carries our best selling traditional pepper spray. This quick release key chain model gives you protection from up to 10 feet away, has a 4 year shelf life, and can be sprayed up to 25 times!

And for the parents - while you're in the SABRE aisle, check out our home series product line you can use to protect your home. Especially those now finding themselves "empty nesters," don't leave your home unprotected when you jet off for some much needed vacations! 

All SABRE products are available for pick up in the stores - but no on-line orders! Head here for that!

Keep Your Home Away From Home Safe & Protected

Millions of college freshman are heading off to campus to live on their own for the first time! But with this new change in environment comes many new responsibilities.

It may seem like a great idea to leave your dorm room unlocked while you run to the bathroom, change a load of laundry, or simply keep it open while you're hanging out with friends on your floor. The numbers should warn you against that - more than 10,000 students are victims of aggravated assault and robbery each year. Since many students are heading to school with new, and expensive, school supplies, SABRE created our Dorm/Apartment Kit to help students keep these valuables safe. Priced at $26.99 - our Dorm/Apartment Kit is a practical and inexpensive solution!

The Dorm/Apartment kit comes with three stand-alone alarms:

1.) Door Stop Alarm: This 120 decibel alarm can be heard up to 300 feet away, and sounds when pressure is applied. Since this fits underneath your doorway on the inside, it will sound if someone tries to open the door from the outside.

2.) Door/Window Alarm: Also sounding 120 decibels, this alarm can secure the other entry point into your dorm room, the window, or a second door. The compact device sounds when the magnetic strip is moved, like when the door or window are opened.

3.) Personal Alarm - this key chain model complete with an LED light provides on-the-go protection. The 115 decibel alarm can be heard up to 300 feet away, and draws attention to you in a dangerous situation.

These alarms take seconds to install and set up, and can move with the college student as they change surroundings from year to year. Start investing in your student's safety today and visit our website to lean more!

Leaving Your Home Secured

                                   

There are many types of break in scenerios. The residents can be home and awake, home and sleeping, gone on vacation or even out in the yard. Regardless of the scenario, criminals want to get in and get out quickly with whatever they came for. 

Criminals also want the path of least resistance, and a noisy alarm or security sign will make some criminals think twice about targeting your home. In two recent stories, residents left their homes without security systems or alarms installed. While these won't make your home invincible to an incident, they can help deter some crimes from occurring in the first place.

Glendale, AZ - Two would-be burglars were arrested early Tuesday morning.

Azfamily.com reports around 6:00 A.M. a nearby neighbor called the police to report the break-in. The residents of the broken house were not home at the time of the incident.

Police surrounded the house and soon found two suspects inside. The men were arrested and charged with second-degree burglary.

Whether you’re away on vacation or away at the grocery store, your home should not be left vulnerable to would-be thieves and criminals. The next story involves a home intruder who broke into an empty home and waited for the residents to arrive.

San Francisco, CA - On Sunday morning, a 34 year old man was arrested for suspicion of home invasion, kidnapping and sexual assault.

SFGate reports the suspect, Jamala Morris broke into the empty home and awaited the arrival of the mother and daughter. When the daughter entered her bedroom, Morris ordered the daughter to get on the ground as he covered her mouth with duct tape.

Hearing the corruption, the mother entered the room to check on her daughter, only to be held at gunpoint and taped up as well.

Police said, a male resident came home moments later but he panicked and escaped from the home. The suspect fled after taking many items, including the mother’s wallet.

The panicked male resident returned home, freed the mother and daughter and called police at 12:20 a.m. Sunday.

Police arrested the suspect at his home the next day because inside, authorities said they found the victim's wallet, a short-barrel shotgun, duct tape and other evidence linking him to the crime. 

Morris reportedly said that he had no connections with the family and had only seen them in passing.

With burglaries occurring every 14.5 seconds across the United States, investing in your home security is highly suggested as you can potentially avoid dangerous situations as the one mentioned above. Again, criminals want the path of least resistance and a sounding alarm is an effective method for deterring most criminals.

Protecting your home and family does not have to be expensive as SABRE offers a wide variety of home security products at affordable prices – plus, no monthly fees!

The SABRE Wireless Alarm Kit is a great way to invest in your home security with its easy installation and inexpensive, yet practical means to securing your home.

The Alarm Kit includes a 120 dB Keypad Door / Window Alarm plus 3 Additional 120dB Door / Window Alarms. The 120 dB alarm sound is as loud as a rock concert, which deters the burglar from entering your home and allows you to wake up and be aware of the situation.

The Keypad Door/Window Alarm has an Entry / Exit delay to prevent false triggering. It also has an arm & disarm feature that requires a numeric code.

The SABRE Door/Window Alarm protects your home with its magnetic triggered alarm that sounds when a protected door or window is opened, tampered with, or movement is detected.

Leave your home protected and secured with The SABRE HomeSeries. For more information on our wide range of security options, visit sabred.com/homeseries.

SABRE's CEO David Nance Featured In The Star Ledger's Newspaper

Personal safety expert and CEO of SABRE, David Nance was recently featured in one of The Star Ledger’s New Jersey Newspaper. The article focused on back-to-school safety for college students and David offered his safety expertise, tips and suggestions for incoming college students.

During Nance’s interview, he spoke about the criminal mindset.

"Thieves are looking for the path of least resistance," he says. "They want to get in and out as quickly as possible. When an alarm sounds, the chance of them being identified increases."

Nance also mentions the effectiveness of small standalone alarms which are designed to discourage criminals.

"In most cases when an intruder hears that sound, they are going to retreat,” says Nance.

With school just around the corner, SABRE recommends 3 back-to-school essentials for college students - all cost-efficient and available at your local Target:

• SABRE Campus Safety Pepper Gel is safe to use indoors, offers greater containment of spray, has no effect on bystanders, and the gel formula decreases wind blow back.
• SABRE door stop alarm sounds when an intruder attempts to open your door. Its 120dB alarm sound can be heard from 300 feet away!
• SABRE personal alarm for on-the-go protection!

For your convenience, these 3 essentials are all included in the dorm/apartment kit! For more information about college safety essentials, visit sabrered.com/college. Even better, invite SABRE’s College Safety Program Manager to your school for a FREE presentation aimed at increasing college safety on campus! Email her today info@sabrered.com.

Breaking Into Homes With An iPhone?

It’s the 21st century and we’re all guilty of taking advantage of innovative technology as it makes life easier, more convenient and even more entertaining. But a downside - technology can make life easier and convenient for criminals too.

SABRE has learned, there is a downloadable iPhone app with the capability of giving someone access to your home. Wired.com has shared an articled titled, The App I Used to Break Into My Neighbor’s Home where it is revealed how to break into someone’s home with the use of an iPhone.

Companies like KeyMe, along with competitors like KeysDuplicated and the Belgian Keysave, intend to solve the common problem of lockouts and lost keys, thereby creating apps that have the ability to scan your keys and copy them. With these apps, you scan and upload your keys, copy them and even send them to a friend who plans to visit.

This may sound like another cool and innovative idea until you realize how much of your home security is actually at stake. In the article, The App I Used to Break Into My Neighbor’s Home, the author provides details of how he was able to scan his neighbor’s keys, create a duplicate and re-enter his neighbor’s home without permission.

We can’t be oblivious to the new technology out there. SABRE is here to make sure you are prepared to handle such innovative changes with the SABRE Home Series.

For greater protection, you can start off with the WP-100 Wireless Home Protection System which includes a control pad, 8 security zones, a key fob remote control, a wireless motion detector, and two window/door sensors.

If you are looking for something more simple and even more affordable, we have door/window alarms, motion sensing alarms and more that are available individually. Either way, our SABRE Home Series Products can help scare away criminals, the moment they attempt to enter your home.

As we can continue to enjoy the innovative technology of the 21st century, it’s important to remain alert and aware of what’s out there. Be smart, be ready and be safe with The SABRE Home Series.

If you are looking for something more simple and even more affordable, we have door/window alarms, motion sensing alarms and more that are available individually. Either way, our SABRE Home Series Products can help scare away criminals, the moment they attempt to enter your home.

As we can continue to enjoy the innovative technology of the 21st century, we should make sure we remain alert and aware of what’s out there. Be smart, be ready and be safe with The SABRE Home Series.

#SafeIsSmart Campaign: Thank You For Your Support

As the month of June has come to an end, we at SABRE would like to thank everyone who has participated in our #SafeIsSmart campaign. So many great tips have been shared, and many people say they’ve been inspired to purchase a SABRE Home Series Product.

With June being both the first month of the summer and National Home Safety Month, we felt it would be an appropriate time to promote our SABRE Home Series Line, designed to provide everyone access to superior home security.

SABRE Home Series Products are available at your local Target store.

With burglary crime rates on the rise as they occur every 14.5 seconds in the U.S., there is a need for reliable and affordable security alarm options to help consumers protect themselves, their loved ones and their property. We believe that everyone needs to be ready and prepared because unfortunately, violence and property crime rates continue to increase, even in the safest of neighborhoods and suburbs.

In addition to the SABRE Home Series, we also feel it is important to raise awareness about personal safety. We started our #SafeIsSmart campaign in the month of June to get consumers engaged in conversation about their safety. SABRE encouraged others to share  #SafeIsSmart tips and advice about how they are protecting themselves and their families across Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

We would like to give a special thanks to the following bloggers for taking part in our #SafeIsSmart Campaign and spreading the word to raise awareness!

Caitlin Boyle of Healthy Tipping Point

“SABRE’s line of home safety products are now available in-stores at TARGET. I think these would be great investments for someone who lives in a dorm, rents an apartment, or is looking for a more cost-efficient way to add an alarm to their home.And my SABRE pepper spray now lives on my keychain.”

Lauren of Skinny Fat Girl Diary

“June, being National Safety Month, gave me the push I needed to take a realistic look at my personal safety.”

Ericka Andersen of Sweet Life With Ericka

“It’s such a simple step to take the time that could save your life. When you hear about home break-ins or devastating circumstances where someone is harmed or killed, all you can think about is how they could have protected themselves. Chances are, it’s not going to happen to you — but why take the chance?”

Jennifer Cassetta

“As a huge advocate for women’s safety, I am super excited about the #SafeIsSmart campaign sponsored by Sabre personal safety products.”

In addition to these special bloggers here are a few of SABRE’s favorite posts from viewers like you!

SABRE is donating $1 to RAINN, the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network for every #SafeIsSmart hashtag used in the month of June.

After tallying the results, there were 325 posts with the hashtag #SafeIsSmart! Great job to everyone who participated!

Together, we have shared many tips and facts in regards to our home and personal safety.

Here are a few facts and tips you should keep in mind:

• 83% of homes in the U.S. don’t have a home security system. Meanwhile, there are 25,000 burglaries in the U.S every day.
• Over 50% of intruders enter through first floor windows or back doors?
• Ask a trustworthy friend or family member to get your mail while on vacation so burglars can’t see that you’ve been gone.
• Wait until you’re back home before you share vacation photos on social networks!
• Hiding your spare key near the front door is usually easy for a criminal to find
• Don’t wait for a crime to be committed before you decide to protect your home and family. Guard your home while you still can with The SABRE Home Series.

The month of June has ended but we encourage you to continue to spread the word about the importance of home and personal safety. Again, we thank you all for your participation in this campaign! And remember. Be Smart. Be ready. Safe is still smart.

Scare Away Lock Bumping Criminals With The SABRE Home Series!

Are you familiar with lock bumping? Criminals sure are. Lock bumping is a way for criminals to enter your home without showing obvious signs of forced entry.

With over 50 percent of intruders entering through first floor windows and back doors, it is crucial to be aware of vulnerable entry points throughout the home in order to protect them efficiently.

Make sure you take the appropriate steps to ensure your home is not affected by lock bumping thieves.

Check out this article for ways to prevent lock bumping:

http://homesecurity.about.com/od/threats/a/The-Truth-About-Lock-Bumping.htm

In addition, you should invest in your home security. Choose any of the following products from our SABRE Home Series line, and you’ll easily outsmart a lock bumping thief:

Motion Sensor: This alarm’s 120 degree wide angle detection will set off the alarm sound when movement in the area is detected. The lock bumping criminal may have opened your door, but they won’t get too far before you are alerted!

Door/ Window Alarm: This compact, magnetically triggered alarm sounds when a window or door is opened, or even tampered with. Scare away that lock bumping thief in mid-action!

Door Stop Alarm: Its door wedge design & non-skid pad helps to prevent the opening of inward opening doors.

Find these alarms and more on our SABRE Home Series website!‪ #‎SafeIsSmart‬

#SafeIsSmart: Ericka Andersen Blogs About SABRE And Home Safety!

SABRE is excited to have Ericka Andersen join the conversation about her personal home safety as we continue to spread the word about our #SafeIsSmart campaign during National Home Safety Month!

Ericka is a runner, CrossFitter, and social media lover who says she is living her life as balanced and joyfully as possible in Washington, DC.

Doing so, she expresses the importance of her personal home safety in one of her latest blogs.

“I’m thankful Sabre got in touch with me. They reminded me how important it is to make personal safety a priority.”

Ericka uses various SABRE products for her home to ensure her safety. She even mentioned how easy it was to install her SABRE alarms!

Take a look at how Ericka is staying #safe during home safety month and encouraging others to do the same! #SafeIsSmart

http://www.sweetlifeericka.com/2014/06/smart-safe-peace.html

SABRE Home Series Featured on the Daily Buzz

SABRE is excited to share yet another video clip with you showcasing our new home series products!

On the Daily Buzz, Lifestyle Expert Sean McEwen explains why SABRE's wireless alarms are a perfect choice for someone trying to secure their home in a fast, and cost-effective manner.

McEwen showcased four of SABRE's best sellers:

• Dorm/Apartment Kit: An affordable and practical solution to keep college kids and their belongings safer, but anyone living on their own wanting a little more protection can benefit from the alarms in this kit.
• Wireless Home Protection System: An industry leader, this system is easy to install and provides door and window sensors that can secure the entire first floor of your home.
• Wireless Alarm Kit: 4 different alarms in one kit! These will also install in seconds, and in addition to providing a 120 dB alarm when triggered, these chime whenever someone comes and goes so help keep track of kids and visitors.
• Motion Sensor: This product will detect unwanted movement inside your home, and can be turned on alarm-mode when you're on vacation or sleeping, then set to chime-mode when you are up and moving about your home.

To lean more just head visit SABRE's Home Series Online

Thank you Daily Buzz for choosing SABRE!

#SafeIsSmart: 5 Suggestions to Keep the Burglars Guessing!

Do you have a spare key? If so, I hope you have a good hiding spot for it.

Let’s take a guess…

Is it under your doormat?

In your porch light?

Under a flower pot or rock near the door?

On top of the door-sill?

In your mailbox?

If the location of your spare key is listed above, it’s time to find a less obvious hiding spot.

For starters, anywhere near your front door is usually easy to find. With burglaries occurring every 14.5 seconds in the United States, you wouldn’t want to give thieves an easy pathway into your home!

Here are five suggestions to keep burglars guessing! #SafeIsSmart

https://www.mint.com/blog/how-to/5-genius-places-to-hide-a-spare-key-0813/

Did you outsmart SABRE? If we didn’t guess the location of your spare key, consider your job well done!

If we did, hopefully you have found a new hiding spot.

Tell us other ways you protect your home! SABRE would like to hear some fresh ideas from YOU! Remember to use the hashtag #SafeIsSmart and SABRE will make a donation to RAINN, the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network:

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