2MCCTV.com Announces 5 Ways to Keep Your Home Secure While on Vacation

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May 31, 2011, 03:00 ET

GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas, May 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- With summer just around the corner, many have begun planning their summer vacation trips. These preparations often include plane reservations and the packing of travel essentials, but many forget to think about how to keep their home secure while away on vacation.

"There are five great ways to keep your home secure while away on vacation," said Mouaz Allababidi, CEO of 2MCCTV. "First, install at least one interior hidden spy camera, and several outdoor security cameras."

A security camera system assures both real-time surveillance capability as well as monitoring support from an external alarm service. Allababidi also recommends concealing your valuables from prying eyes.

"The best way to augment a security camera is to never reveal anything of value in the first place," said Allababidi. Common methods of concealing valuables from prying eyes include keeping window coverings closed where possible, and not leaving expensive items such as electronics, computers, collectibles, and jewelry in plain sight.

Allababidi also recommends installing light timers in addition to a security camera system, "Having light timers in conjunction with a security camera system is a no-brainer. Try timing them on staggered circuits to better mimic typical evening lighting usage."

In addition to a security camera installation, Allababidi recommends not revealing your travel plans via the Internet, especially via social media networks. "The worst thing you could do is tell your 2,000 followers that you will be gone for a month. Twitter followers don't even have to be your friends to find out your whereabouts. You may as well put up a neon sign stating 'valuables inside, homeowners away!'" quipped Allababidi.

Finally, a simple way to help keep your home secure in addition to a security camera system is alerting trusted neighbors to your whereabouts and the amount of time you will be away on vacation. "Informed neighbors are more likely to report suspicious activity, and their help doesn't cost much more than a thank you and a promise to do the same for them," said Allababidi.

For more information on home security systems from 2MCCTV, visit www.2mcctv.com.

About 2MCCTV:

2MCCTV carries a large selection of CCTV business and home security systems, security camera and video surveillance options, all of which they provide complete assistance with purchasing and installing.

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