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October 3-9 is Fire Prevention Week.  To save your home from a dangerous flare-up, follow these tips:  Clean lint from your dryer after every load; keep flammables, like drapes, at least 3 feet from space heaters; check lamps for frayed wires; and make sure not to overload outlets and power strips.  And, of course, install quality smoke detectors.

Battery powered smoke detectors are good – they’ll make noise and will probably alert you if you are home, and if you have changed the batteries.  Monitored smoke detectors are better – not only will they alert you, but they’ll alert our Central Station, and we’ll dispatch the fire department.  And they work even if you are not at home!  And there is no additional charge to your monthly monitoring rate!  And there is no reason to delay – call us today!

The Fayetteville Police Department recently issued an alert concerning the rash of door-to-door alarm sales.  It was appropriately titled “Protect Yourself From Fraud“. 

Take a moment to read this alert, and understand that the alarm industry is highly regulated.  All representatives must be licensed.  If you are approached by one of these door-to-door alarm salespeople, call your local law enforcement office and place a report.  If you decide to talk to the representative, ask to see their alarm license.  Before making any decision, at least check the company’s rating through the Better Business Bureau.

More information can be found at the Fayetteville Police Department’s website “Be The Badge“.