Ackerman Security

The saying, "A chain is only as strong as it's weakest link," is certainly true for your home's security. Burglars always gravitate towards the entryway that's easiest to break - which can be your first...Read More

It's convenient to keep a spare house key in case you lose your regular keys. But is your spare key's hiding place too convenient? Convenient enough for a burglar to easily find it? We implore you don't...Read More

Tired of a smoke detector that seems to go off for no reason? It's more than just annoying. Like in The Boy Who Cried Wolf, a false alarm leaves you vulnerable in a real emergency. So let's take a...Read More

False alarms are costly. Not only could they actually cost you a fine, but they also slow down the authorities' response time to real emergencies. Plus, they're embarrassing. So to help you eliminate...Read More

As temperatures drop, furnace usage rises, meaning you're at greater risk to encounter these 3 dangerous furnace issues. 1) House fire Caused by: Placing flammable items near your furnace. ...Read More

Want to stay stay safe while preventing security system false alarms? Then make sure you know the difference between these 3 arming modes: "Stay" "Away" "Night" Before we get into the differences...Read More

Did you know? If your neighbor becomes the victim of a break-in, you may be next, a study shows. Why? Burglars like familiarity; it's often why they rob the same home twice. Or, in your case, they may rob...Read More

Ever had a kid who forgot their keys? Or have you ever driven to work only to realize that your forgot to lock your doors? Don't worry. You're in good company. Situations like that are why "smart" locks were...Read More

That large, sliding glass patio door that you love because it lets in so much natural light? Yeah, burglars love them, too. What is a beautiful home feature to you is a welcome sign for many burglars. Why? Well,...Read More