Our experts covered a wide variety of topics on our home security blog in 2018, including:

In case you missed our most popular posts of 2018, we’ve put together a list of our readers’ favorites. Take a look at the top 10 posts below.

Readers’ Favorite Home Security Posts in 2018

  1. Five Steps: How to Stop a Beeping Security System
    Is your security system continuously beeping? Use these five steps to troubleshoot the problem.
  2. How to Perform a Home Security System Test
    A home security system test is the easiest way to ensure your home is protected. But what is a test, why is it important, and how do you conduct one?
  3. How to Secure Your Cell Phone for Personal Safety
    Mobile security solutions let you remotely monitor, control and access smart home devices from the palm of your hand. While this can be convenient, it also means that an unprecedented amount of personal data is now stored in our phones. Our security experts explain how to properly secure your cell phone to protect personal information from falling into the wrong hands.
  4. How to Disguise Hidden Home Security Cameras
    Covert surveillance cameras are small and portable, making them easy to conceal around the home. Learn how to sufficiently disguise and use your security cameras appropriately for increased home security and peace of mind while away.
  5. 4 Lesser-Known Home Security Tips
    Home security systems are designed to keep you, your family and your property safe. Discover the lesser known, but extremely helpful, home security tips all homeowners should know.
  6. Will Your Dog Prevent a Home Robbery?
    A dog can be the first line of defense by making your home undesirable for thieves. A “beware of dog” yard sign, coupled with your dog’s bark, can be the winning formula to stop criminals in their tracks. Furthermore, the type of dog you have will either increase or decrease how effective it is as a deterrent.
  7. How to Keep Your Pet From Triggering Your Home Security System
    Home security systems are designed to protect you, your family and even your pets. But sometimes, your furry friends (or even scaly ones) can trigger your home security system.
  8. Seniors Who Live Alone Need These Home Security Solutions
    Around 12.1 million U.S. adults ages 65 and up live alone. While many seniors enjoy the peacefulness, their independence can make them an easy target for a home invasion. Read about these five must-have home security solutions for seniors who live alone.
  9. 4 Tips to Keep Your Rural Home Secure
    Rural home security is as important as suburban and urban security. Use these four tips to secure your rural home.
  10. Top Home Security Products to Purchase
    When it comes to protecting your property, family and assets, home security equipment is one of the most effective solutions for safeguarding the items and people you love. That’s why we’ve put together this checklist of top security products you can purchase to maximize your home security.