Blog

As a business owner, we know that maintaining a secure office space is important to you. Whether it is protecting the safety of your employees, or protecting the bottom line from unnecessary expenses or theft, at Strauss Security we know that a secure office space is essential. There are the obvious places where you have probably already considered for your business including access cards and...

There is nothing more important than the safety of you and your family. As a new school year approaches, it is a good time to evaluate your family’s routines and develop a plan for the year ahead. If your children spend time alone in your home after school, now is the time to make sure your safety measures in and outside of your home are up to date. Below are 6 tips for creating your family’s...

Do you remember when you could leave your front door unlocked all day? When kids would run in and out of houses all summer – without a worry in the world? Unfortunately those days are in the past. You worked hard to purchase a home, and provide for your family, now it is time to take the steps to have peace of mind and ensure that all you have worked hard for is protected. Unfortunately, in the...

When the weather is warm, it is prime for taking nice walks through the neighborhood. Unfortunately, not everyone taking a neighborhood walk lives in your neighborhood. This time of year is when the dreaded door-to-door sales people come out and you start playing the games to avoid being talked into a new encyclopedia set (do they still sell those?). You also never know if a sales pitch is...

It is garage sale season! Time to clear out the garage and house and make a few extra bucks. But – have you thought about the safety issues that can arise by inviting neighbors and strangers over to getting an intimate look into your private space? By holding a sale in your home, you exposing your family and others to potential dangers. Ensure you are protecting your home and those visiting your...

We have all been there before: the emergency alerts blast across the TV screen and the sirens go off beckoning you to take shelter in your basement. You scramble to gather supplies in case you are stuck in the lower level for an extended period of time. Panicked, you run through a mental checklist of all you might need. And what if the power goes out? Are you prepared? Before you find yourself...

“Accessories are the perfect spice, they always compliment what is already there.” Accessories are vital in the fashion world. They take a basic outfit to the next level. Hardware are the accessories to a well dressed home. As Strauss, we offer many different types of hardware that can elevate the style and safety of your home. Let’s take a look at some of the options that you can find in out...

As the world is shifting and changing around us, our homes have become even more of a safe haven. Not only are they the place we lie our heads at night, but for many of us our homes have become our offices, school rooms, and the place we spend the majority of our waking hours. The thought of someone invading this sacred space is a scary thing. Strauss Security Solutions is here with the tools...

It is time to get away for the winter. You used to have to take so many steps to ensure the safety and warmth of your home to prevent damage from frigid temps while away – but there are some new tools you can add from our online services and showroom that can help you keep an eye on your home so that you can relax and enjoy the warmer weather. One of the biggest concerns for an empty home in...

I don’t know about you, but at the end of each year I like to take a look back and evaluate what I learned and how I can improve for the coming year. This is an important practice whether it is in your job, your personal relationships, or your security practices. At Strauss Security, we encourage you to take a safety inventory or your home or business to see what worked for you, what didn’t...