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KEEP YOUR KIDS SAFE AFTER SCHOOL

Back-to-school season means new routines, new schedules, and plenty of moving parts. With kids heading back to class and parents juggling work, practices, and pick-ups, home security sometimes gets overlooked. But this is one of the most important times to make sure your family - and your home - are protected.



Empty Homes During the Day


With school back in session, homes sit empty for longer stretches. A smart alarm system with 24/7 monitoring keeps your property protected while everyone is away.





New Faces, New Access


Babysitters, tutors, and dog walkers often become part of the school-year routine. Smart locks let you grant or remove access instantly, no spare keys required.





After-School Safety Checks


Video doorbells and outdoor cameras give parents peace of mind. You can quickly confirm your kids made it home safely, no matter where you are.


Businesses Get Busy Too


It’s not just homes that need attention. Fall is a busy season for many businesses. Video surveillance and live remote monitoring can safeguard your property while you focus on running your company.


Pro Tip: Already have a system? September is a great time for a security tune-up. Test your alarms, check camera angles, update passwords, and walk your kids through how to use the system.


Call Reed Security today at 306.653.3200 for your free security review.

Start the school year with peace of mind knowing your family is protected.







LIGHT IT UP


Burglars hate attention. A dark yard or driveway gives them cover, while a bright, well-lit property makes them think twice.

Here’s how to use lighting to your advantage:

💡 Install motion-activated lights
They surprise anyone who gets too close and save energy by only turning on when needed. A great option is our AI Floodlight camera.

🏡 Light up entry points
Make sure doors, windows, and garages are visible from the street. Criminals prefer to do their dirty work where they cannot be seen.

🌙 Use timers for indoor lights
Set lamps to turn on in the evening when you are away. It creates the impression someone is home.

🚨 Upgrade to smart lighting
Control your lights from your phone and adjust them anytime, anywhere. Reed Security has smart light switches.  

A well-lit property sends a clear message: this home is not an easy target.






LOCK IT DOWN


Burglars look for the easiest target. If your home looks like too much work, they move on.

Here’s how to make your place tougher to break into:

🔒 Lock all doors and windows

Front. Back. Upstairs. Basement. Double check the ones people usually forget.

🪟 Install window bars on basement windows

They’re affordable, easy to install, and instantly make your home less appealing to a thief.

💡 Inspect your window locks

Just because it looks closed doesn’t mean it’s secure. Give each lock a tug and fix anything loose or flimsy.

🚗 Lock your vehicle too

Thieves often target vehicles parked in driveways and on the street. Always lock your doors, close the windows, and never leave valuables in plain sight. Garage door openers, wallets, and spare keys are hot targets. A quick check before bed can prevent a lot of headaches.

Most break-ins happen because someone made it easy. Don’t be that someone.





THINK BEFORE YOU POST


You're at the lake. You snap the perfect sunset pic. You post it with a caption like “Gone for the week!”

Guess who else is watching?

Burglars scroll social media too - and your public post just told them your house is empty.

Here’s the smarter move:

  • Wait to post your vacation photos until you’re back.
  • Or share privately with trusted friends and family through text, WhatsApp, or private groups.
  • Keep your profile settings tight. Limit what strangers can see.

💡 You wouldn’t hang a “We’re not home!” sign on your front door. So don’t do it online either.

Stay off the radar while you're away - and come home to everything just the way you left it.



SEE SOMETHING? SAY SOMETHING.


Summertime means more time outdoors - camping trips, long weekends, and evenings in the backyard. It also means empty homes, open garage doors, and more opportunity for criminals to snoop around.

If you see something suspicious, don’t ignore it.

  • Call the Police and report the activity. You could be stopping a crime before it happens.

  • Share the info with your neighbours, especially if it’s something like a strange vehicle cruising slowly down the street or someone poking around yards.

  • Post in your neighbourhood Facebook group or community app. The more eyes, the better.

💡 Criminals don’t like attention. Neighbours who look out for each other make a street much harder to target.

At Reed Security, we believe security starts with awareness - and teamwork. When communities watch out for each other, everyone wins.

👉 Stay tuned for Tip #2 next week.




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SASKATOON SECURITY
Reed Security Group (HEADQUARTERS)
14-1724 Quebec Avenue
Saskatoon, SK S7K 1V9
Ph: 306.653.3200
1.844.384.SAFE (7233)

Sure Innovations
1701 Saskatchewan Avenue
Saskatoon, SK S7K 1P7
Ph: 306.974.0888

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REGINA SECURITY
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Ph: 306.206.0700

WINNIPEG SECURITY
Guardian Advanced Solutions
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Thor Security Ltd.
1-243 South Industrial Drive
Prince Albert, SK S6V 7L9
Ph: 306.922.7200

 

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Alltech Smart Security
Ph: 289.990.3234

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Dot Communications
54 Lindsay St S
Lindsay, ON K9V 2L8
Ph: 1.833.368.2666

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Link Secure Canada Inc.
15 Victoria Crescent
Brampton, ON L6T 1E2
Ph: 647.262.7460

Pride Security
102-100 Matheson Blvd East
Mississauga, ON L4Z 3P8
Ph: 647.506.0002

 

CALGARY SECURITY
Oxford Security Systems
#501, 2903 Kingsview Blvd SE
Airdrie, AB T4A 0C4
Ph: 587.393.2800

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Digitech Security Systems
Ph: 780.444.4449