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Prevent yourself from becoming a statistic

According to the FBI, homes are broken into every 30 seconds in the United States. Additionally, recent studies have shown that demand is rising for private security service in the U.S. to combat this statistic. [...]

According to the FBI, homes are broken into every 30 seconds in the United States. Additionally, recent studies have shown that demand is rising for private security service in the U.S. to combat this statistic.

Listed below are some national crime and burglary statistics. We’re not trying to frighten you, but rather inform you of ways to protect your family and property.

  • According to the FBI, a burglary occurs every 15 seconds in the U.S.
  • More than 60 percent of residential burglaries take place during the day between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.
  • A home without a security or alarm system is 2.7 to 3.5 times more likely to be a target than a home that has a system installed.
  • Ninety percent of police officers believe having a monitored home alarm system prevents home invasion attempts.
  • Nine out of 10 convicted burglars said they would avoid a house protected by a home security system.

So, what does all this mean to you? If you’ve recently had burglaries in your area, it may mean that you have questions and are looking for solutions. WH Security would love to have an opportunity to discuss your needs and concerns with you.

There are several advantages to installing a home security system. By installing a home security system, you will dramatically reduce the likelihood of a break in. New innovations have even enabled consumers to take advantage of home automation and interactive services. Now you can conveniently access your security system from your smartphone, tablet or computer. You can control lights, locks, thermostats and cameras right from your preferred device. In these ways and more, WH Security can bring you peace of mind and prevent your home from becoming a statistic.