Do I Need a Home Security System?
Choosing to invest in a home security system is a big decision. In an ideal world, no one would need one, but in 2022 alone, there were 269...
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How Do Home Security Systems Work?
Knowing how home security systems work can be crucial for deciding on the home security system and components for your home. There are many types of...
Saint Patrick’s Day Safety
Don't press your luck! If you plan to go out or throw a shindig at home for St. Patrick’s Day, it’s important to be responsible and drink...
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Home security
CPI’s Homeowner’s Guide to Motion Sensors
A motion sensor, or motion detector, is a key part of any...
Burglary vs. Robbery vs. Theft: What’s the Difference?
We tend to use the terms burglary, robbery, theft, and...
Study Finds Increase in Crime When Daylight Saving Time Ends
As the clocks fall back and the days grow shorter, a...
Safety tips
How to Host a Holiday Party Without Compromising Safety
The holidays are synonymous with joy, warmth, and cheerful...
50 Home Security & Safety Tips
Home security systems, like the state-of-the-art, fully...
9 Ways to Stay Safe While Shopping on Black Friday
Who doesn't love scoring great Black Friday deals?! While...
Security cameras
Self-Monitoring vs. Monitored Home Security Systems
After much deliberation, you've decided that a security...
How to Burglar-Proof Your Home, Inside and Out
Did you know that in 2024, victims of burglary offenses...
What Causes Orbs on Security Camera Footage?
You’ve likely seen a white or yellowish blob cross your...
Real Stories
CPI Saves Woman Trapped in South Carolina Home
It was almost two o’clock in the morning on May 9 when a...
Carbon Monoxide Detector Saves Graniteville, SC Family
It was a Wednesday afternoon when Alexis Williams heard an...
Panic Button Provides Sense of Security to Arkay Beauty Supply
The owners of Arkay Beauty Supply in Charlotte, N.C. count...
Community
CPI Security Pledges to Invest $1 Million in Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts
CHARLOTTE, N.C - As Hurricane Helene’s devastation...
Carolina Youth Coalition Opens Second Location at CPI Security
(CHARLOTTE, N.C.) - Carolina Youth Coalition is now...
CPI Security Presents the Raleigh Chamber’s First Responders Appreciation Breakfast
Hundreds of first responders, local dignitaries, community...
Everyday Living
How to Update and Confirm Your CPI Security Account Information
It is important to keep your CPI Security account...
How-to Guide: Packing Tips for Moving & Other Moving Hacks
Moving soon? It can feel like the to-do list only grows...
What is the Best Room Temperature?
We all want to be comfortable in our homes, no matter what...
Business
7 Benefits of a Monitored Security System for Professional Services Offices
Professional services offices—such as lawyers,...
Top 5 Retail Security Challenges & How to Overcome Them
From protecting merchandise to ensuring the safety of...
8 Perimeter Security Best Practices for Auto Rental Companies
Auto rental businesses face many potential threats and...