3 Reasons Your Arizona Business Needs Security

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Arizona is home to about 7.2 million people and over 500,000 small businesses. No matter the size of your home or business, it’s always a good idea to get protection. With the hustle of the ever-busy Grand Canyon state, something like business security may get overlooked. Read on to find 3 reasons why we think your Arizona business needs security.

1. Crime Index Score

Phoenix, Arizona is known for a lot of things like its beautiful desert gardens, southwest dining, and culture. It also comes with some not-so-nice things like a crime index score of 8. That means that it is only safer than 8% of U.S. cities. Even in a great state like Arizona, there is bound to be crime; violent and non-violent, residential and commercial. That’s why we offer protection not just for your home but for your Arizona business too!

2. Property Crimes

Did you know that 82% of all the crimes annually committed in Phoenix are property-related crimes? Based on the population, you have a 1 in 30 chance of being a victim of a property crime in Phoenix. Those odds don’t seem too appealing. Needless to say, it would be to your benefit to invest in security for your Arizona business. 

3. Crime Hotspots

Especially in Phoenix, the crimes compared to square mileage are shockingly high. There are 131 crimes per square mile in Phoenix, compared to the rest of the state’s average of 28. For whatever reason, having your Arizona business located in Phoenix makes it clearly more vulnerable. Granted, not all 131 of the crimes per square mile are property-related, but the statistic is still concerning.

 

Despite all that, the Cardinals are your team and Phoenix is still your home so what can be done? Our suggestion is to get prepared. Having a business security system can be a game-changer! We have plenty of camera packages, door sensors, monitoring options for you to choose from. Whether your business is big or small, you can get what you need and better protect yourself and your Arizona business. Call 844-405-1943 today for a quote!

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Travel Tips To Protect Your Home While On Vacation

After what we had to go through this past year, we all deserve a breather. Soon, more places will be opening back up which means we can all go on that vacation that we so desperately need! The very last thing on this planet you want to worry about while you’re gone is what’s going on at home, let us do that. To make sure your vacation is truly stress-free, here are some travel tips for you to consider before you leave.

 

Electronics

Unplug any unnecessary electronics before you leave to protect against power surges. This is also a good idea if you have any pets you may be leaving behind. They can get into things or accidentally turn electronics on that were left plugged in and that could end badly.

 

Automation 

Keep some lights on or set interior light timers with your smart lights, if you have them. You don’t want anyone else knowing that you’re going to be away from home for a prolonged period of time. Keeping lights on gives off the impression that your home isn’t empty and vulnerable. In addition, if you have a programmable thermostat, change your preferred settings to conserve energy while you’re away.

 

Secure Your Valuables

Hopefully, you are already keeping your valuables in a safe place but in case you aren’t, consider this your reminder. And we don’t just mean jewelry or electronics, this includes things you may not have thought about that you keep in the backyard too. Things like motorcycles, bikes, lawnmowers, power tools, patio furniture, and sports equipment. Keep your smaller valuables in a lockbox or a safe and bring the other items in from your backyard and possibly store them in your garage until you get back.

 

Online

Don’t post pictures or updates online while you’re on your trip! This is one of the top travel tips we give often and it bears repeating. It seems silly but you never know who could be monitoring your online presence and it’s just a good rule of thumb to wait and post all of your amazing trip details when you’re back home.

 

Deliveries

While you’re gone you may receive some packages along with your normal mail. Don’t leave notes on your door alerting service persons of your absence. Plan with family or a neighbor to retrieve your packages and other mail daily so it’s left with a trusted individual until you get back.

 

Luckily, if there is an emergency or you just feel like checking in on your home while you’re gone, you get alerts and can control everything all from the WISE app on your phone. If you’re looking to get protection before you leave on vacation, call WISE today at 1-844-904-9473!

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Texas Reopening: What Now?

It has been an entire year of keeping at home and trying to find ways to entertain ourselves within our own four walls. However, as it turns out, the state-wide mask mandate is being lifted and businesses are set to reopen at full capacity in Texas. The Texas reopening is set to be effective March 10, 2021. If you live in Texas and need a reminder of things that you can do outside your home, don’t worry, we’re here to help!

 

Houston

NASA Johnson Space Center

Space Center Houston

Houston Zoo

Downtown Aquarium 

Kemah Boardwalk

Children’s Museum of Houston

These famous attractions will be most likely be up and running as they were before Covid hit very soon. If you have lived in Houston, TX and you have visited these spots, you are definitely missing out! 

 

Dallas

AT&T Stadium Tours

Cowboys Games

Reunion Tower

Six Flags

Not to mention all of the famous Dallas eateries that will be doing dine-in dinner again and ready for you to go and eat your body weight in BBQ. Come summertime, stadiums will likely be at full capacity and you can enjoy all the social events you missed in 2020.

 

Austin

McKinney Falls State Park

Barton Spring Municipal Pool 

Museum of Weird

Neverland Design Fine Art Studio

University of Texas Campus

Austin, TX is also home to the famous University of Texas. The university is already setting a plan in motion to reopen in the fall of 2021. The famous Austin nightlife is bound to be making a comeback this year as well.

There are sure to be places in Texas reopening near you even if you don’t live near these major attractions. This may include theaters, event venues, spas, arcades, bars, clubs, parks, etc. As we near the home stretch of this pandemic, it’s nice to have a reminder of all the things we may have taken for granted before this pandemic. 

And if you need someone to keep watch over your home while you’re out rediscovering Texas, give us a call at 1-817-697-2069.

 

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