Your home security system is the main line of defense against burglars and unwanted visitors. It can provide peace of mind when you’re away, but there are a lot of things your security system can do ...

Lauren has six years of experience writing and editing home improvement content. She covered lifestyle, DIY, design and cleaning at The Spruce for five years and contributed home improvement pieces to ...

Home security systems—once the exclusive domain of high-priced professional installers—have never been more affordable, and the hardware and software is simpler, more intuitive, and easier to set up ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Home security is a focus for so many homeowners these days. The advent of the connected smart home has allowed us to easily integrate a number ...

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If you’ve seen the latest Scream movie, you might be haunted by the scene of the killer disabling a home security system to get inside a victim’s house. (Warning: the trailer is chilling.) The ...

Simplisafe produces a wide range of home security products that work together to form a single, cohesive system. Controlled by a central base station and a wireless keypad, Simplisafe devices include ...

Thinking about adding a home security system? Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa talks to NerdWallet about the smart questions to ask before you buy.

When most people think of setting up a home security system, investing in an NVR (Network Video Recorder) comes to mind. With 4K streams and multiple cameras, it feels like an essential requirement to ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...