Never really thought about getting a security camera before, but lately been considerin one just for some peace of mind when Im not home. Nothing specific happened just sometimes catch myself wondering if everythings okay at the house while Im at work.Been looking into Wyze cams since they seem pretty affordable just not sure I wanna pay another monthly subscription. For anyone using a cam without a paid plan how much can you do with it?

I’m moving into an apartment and will be living alone for the first time ever at 39… I have anxiety and being alone has always made me nervous, not because of anything that’s actually happened to me, because of the what if’s (thanks anxiety…)

I’ve seen videos of hidden camera detectors, like the Prepared Hero Privacy Pen and I’m just to decide if it’s a good idea to get something like that or if I’m just being paranoid and this is my anxiety taking over.

But also, are there any tips you have to feeling comfortable/safe while living alone? I’m also on the first floor and like sleeping with my windows open (weather permitting) but that idea freaks me out being on the first floor. I do have a dog who has a big intimidating bark when strangers come around, but she’s also getting older and sleeps a little heavier than she used to.

Me and my girlfriend live in a single wide trailer in a mobile home community. Over the last few days people have tried breaking in twice. Once by trying to open the front door (which luckily we keep locked) and second by trying to get a window AC unit out. We need a good monitored security system because sometimes neither of us are here. I just want something that monitors doors opening, windows opening, and windows breaking. A camera would be a plus. It needs to be reliable and not cost an absurd amount. Please give any suggestions because this is kind of urgent and we're both pretty scared.

Hello, we are renovating a large (5000sf) old house. There is an existing and operational alarm system that is from the 1990’s. Our insurance requires central monitoring but doesn’t care what kind of alarm we put in. The house renovation is down to the studs so all the walls will be open soon. I got a quote from the local alarm installer to put in a new system (new panel, multiple keypads, sensors, motion, etc.) for $32k (wft!?). And an estimate from ADP for using existing system for $1500. I’m thinking i should just rip it all out and put in a wireless Simpisafe or similar system. Any suggestions or thoughts?

so I moved to a new apartment. it has a wide window around 9ft wide x 2ft high. it has 3 windows that slide and I can lock the middle one with the left right or both (which means all 3 are closed).

but Im using a standing fan on a stool blowing air out to minimize any possible mold which ive had in another apt and ruined many items so this is a preventitive must.

I keep the window open around 20" for the fan to blow out but theres possible for entry. I wont always remember to close the window when I leave home.

2 windows are locked from moving. and im limiting how much the 3rd can be opened but 20 inches is enough to get access in anyway.

I wont remember to close the window always. someone recommended some smart system with a phone and proximity but thats more then I know how to do.

can someone think of an inexpensive way to minimize entry on this window? I was thinking of an automated piston to close.

I was thinking to just keep the window at the 20" mark. lock it with a stick so it can be opened more. then grab a 1" steel bar and mount it to the windows vertically to half that to 10" so more difficult to enter?

I do have curtains on the windows as well. suggestions ideas would be appreciated

So my wonderful neighbor has now started to stand out in front of the house in his driveway with his drug dealer friend. I’ve asked them nicely to go elsewhere at night and it has not worked. I was thinking of replacing the light over my garage with something significantly brighter. I figured that if I completely illuminate the area, it would discourage them from hanging out. It has to be a motion detector light with a dust to Dawn feature. I’d also like it to be one where it’s low power until motion is detected, and it kicks on high. I’d even be open to one that has an app where I could turn it on full power when they’re just hanging out there. Curious to hear your thoughts and recommendations.

Had some rendering done and had to remove the external tamper siren on my wired alarm

The one I took down was a Ventcroft. Probably 20 years old.

This had 6 wires going to it labelled as follows

STB- Green wire
Hold Off + Red Wire and White Wire
Hold Off - Black Wire
RTN Blue Wire
TRG Yellow Wire

New Texecom siren ordered from email is a little different it terms of the terminal labels

I have

Strb S
0v D
Tmp C
Bell B
+12v A

Anyone any ideas ?

I would send pics but cannot post them for some reason reason.

Any help appreciated.

I recently bought a Ring Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) to replace my Gen 1 doorbell, which is mounted on the wall using an angled wedge. The Gen 2 doorbell is slimmer, so it leaves some of the old mounting holes exposed. Is there a wedge or adapter kit that will cover the exposed area and fit the Gen 2 doorbell? Thanks in advance!

My current cameras only seem to work if there's internet, even if I'm connected to the same wifi, I can't access them