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Travel Tips // Getting Peace of Mind with Guardian Alarm

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This post is sponsored by Guardian Alarm but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.

Well hello, spring! I feel like we’re finally pulling out of our season of hibernation and are about to enter the season of travel.

This Easter weekend we’ll be taking our first trip away from our new home since our big move in December. In anticipation of this trip, Chad and I decided it was time to get some peace of mind by having Guardian Alarm come out and install a security monitoring system.

Years ago (which seemed like another lifetime) I heard several stories from people who had just had a break-in. It was heartbreaking on so many levels. What was most rattling was that these people — often times parents with small children — no longer felt safe in their own homes. From that moment on, security has been a top priority. I never want to feel like my safe haven has been violated by a stranger.

When I contacted Guardian Alarm, they walked me through how the process would work — from beginning to end. We discussed areas of the home that I really needed to secure like all three doors, securing the hallway to alert us to potential intruders, and a camera to keep an eye on things.

I definitely want to protect my kids from potential intruders, but I also want to make our lives easier with home automation. So we decided to get the keyless entry deadbolt, a lamp module, and also a combination fire alarm/CO2 detector.

The installation process was so easy and wonderful. Our installer, Megan, walked me through the entire process step-by-step. I had so many questions about which was the ‘right’ way to secure our home. She took the time to answer all of the questions in depth. We even decided to separate the CO2 detector from the fire alarm (at her suggestion) so that we could assure our home would be it’s safest.

Thanks to Megan, the placement of the CO2 detector will immediately recognize as soon as there is a danger or threat to our family — and the monitored system will notify emergency services. It’s amazing.

But most importantly, when we travel this weekend I won’t worry about the fact that we have a very high-profile location. This house sat vacant for many years and I often hear people say “Oh you’re the people who bought that house! We always talked about buying it! It’s such a great location!” And they’re right. We’re right next to our sons’ elementary school.

Unfortunately, this means that there is a good amount of foot traffic, both for the school and the playground. There is a parking lot near the edge of our property. And we’ve noticed that people certainly like to cut through the drive. I plan on using the lamp dimmer switch to remotely turn off and on our living room light at key times during the day and evening and I’ll check in on the property with the camera just for a little bit of extra peace of mind.

Honestly, I can’t imagine entering into this busy season of life (with all of the travel, sports, and other various activities) without having a Guardian Alarm system to keep us all safe.

 

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  10. Amber

    You have such a cute house. We had Guardian for many years and dont have anything for the moment. We really need to get a security system activated again though- so nice to have at night and when we are out of town!

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  12. Ariana Dagan

    I had to get rid of my alarm system when i lost my job, it was an expense we couldn’t handle anymore, but I really do miss it! Especially when we’re away for more than a day! On a side note, wow your home is STUNNING!

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  13. Kayvona

    I don’t own a home yet I’m just in an apartment but I definitely am planning to move to but a home next year and it’s vital that I find a good alarm system for me and my girls! I definitely want to have that peace of mind at all times!

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  14. Jennifer Prince

    That gives such GREAT peace of mind. It’s important to feel as though everything is safe when you are away so that you can relax!

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  16. James

    With so many different options out there it’s great to read a review of something that works for you. Thanks for sharing.

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  17. Blairvillanueva

    Nowadays, investing for a security and alarm system is a must and no longer a luxury. It is better to prevent and make your home safe and secured.

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  23. Harmony

    Such a great idea to invest an alarm system for protection and peace of mind. I’ve never had one but a friend of mine swears by having one!

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  24. elizabeth o

    It is a necessary addition to our homeowners’ must-have toolbox. Plus some, if not all, homeowner insurance companies give you credit for installing one in your home.

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