Back-to-School Safety Considerations

Will You Have Peace of Mind When Your Children Are Home Alone

Back-to-school season is upon us, which means many parents face the challenge of ensuring their children’s safety when they come home alone after school. This can be particularly concerning for parents of middle schoolers and older elementary students, especially if it’s the first time their children will be home unsupervised. At Holmes Security Systems, we understand these concerns and offer innovative solutions to provide peace of mind for you and safety for your children.

Common Concerns for Parents

Parents may find themselves worried about the following when their children are home alone:

• Unauthorized visitors
• Potential break-ins
• Fire or carbon monoxide emergencies
• Children losing house keys

Innovative Security Solutions

To address these concerns, our team provides a range of professionally installed solutions designed to ensure the safety and security of your home and loved ones.

1. Video Doorbells: Our newest video doorbell (VX1) is equipped with advanced features to keep you connected with your home at all times. In addition to the high-quality image, there is a built-in siren, two-way communication, and the ability to distinguish people, pets, cars, and packages with smartphone notifications. You can see and speak to anyone at your door, no matter where you are. You can verify visitors before your child opens the door and deter potential intruders.

2. Outdoor & Indoor Cameras: We even have outdoor and indoor cameras with the same high-quality features found in the video doorbells. All of these cameras can easily integrate into your smartphone and security system, allowing you to have a seamless experience while staying connected to what is happening around your home.

3. Keyless Door Locks: Gone are the days of worrying about lost keys. Our keyless door locks offer a secure and convenient solution. You can set up individual codes for each family member and receive notifications on your smartphone when a code is used. This feature ensures you know when your child arrives home safely, providing peace of mind.

Don’t Forget The Importance of Monitored Smoke and CO Detectors.

In addition to security concerns, fire, and carbon monoxide (CO) emergencies are critical issues you should consider when protecting who and what you love the most. At Holmes, we take great pride in offering monitored smoke and CO detectors. They are connected to our local UL-Listed 5-Diamond central monitoring station, the only one in Eastern NC. This ensures that emergency services are alerted immediately in the event of a fire or CO leak, even if you or your child cannot make the call. Our central monitoring station is staffed with local professionals 24/7/365, ensuring a rapid response to any emergency. This level of protection is essential for safeguarding your family and home.

Customized Life Safety & Security Assessment

Every family’s situation is unique, and so are their safety needs. To ensure you have the best protection for your specific circumstances, we offer personalized life safety and security assessments. Our team will evaluate your home, discuss your concerns, and make recommendations tailored to you and your family.

Take the Next Step

Your child’s safety is our top priority. Let us help you create a secure environment where they can thrive as they start to have some independence. Please complete the form below to schedule your free life safety & security assessment, or call us at 910-483-1196. Our team is ready to provide you with the peace of mind you deserve as the new school year begins.

Since 1908, Holmes has been family-owned and operated while providing exceptional service from Fayetteville to Southern Pines to Wilmington and beyond. To see what others think of our team, check out our many 5-star Google reviews. You will see why #TheresNoPlaceLikeHolmes.