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Ways You Can Protect Your Home Without Building A Moat

When it comes to keeping you and your household safe, you could consider your home to be like your castle. You need to have the right systems and services in place to keep out unwanted intruders and risks. While you may not want to start looking for any knights in shining armor to patrol the yard, there are regular services you can look into that will keep out intruders, pests, and reduce the risk of health hazards. Here are four ways you can start protecting your home without digging out a new moat. 

Updated Security System 

The first step you’ve most likely considered is finding the right security system to install. With advancements in technology and smart devices, there are seemingly infinite possibilities to choose from. A local security service can be beneficial for new homeowners that are unfamiliar with their local neighborhood and crime rates. On the other hand, for households that are constantly in and out of the home, a smart device could be a beneficial alternative. 

These systems allow you to remotely lock and secure the home through your phone or online account. They also extend past your typical intruder detection systems - many smart doorbells are also coupled with security cameras and facial recognition to tell you exactly who’s trying to enter your home. However, while these may seem convenient for the regular smartphone user, it’s important to ensure you have other security measures in place in case there’s a malfunction or dead device. 

Regular Pest Control Inspections 

A safe home doesn't only consist of a strong security system. Some of your worst intruders come in the form of troublesome insects and rodents. Having a trustworthy local pest control service regularly check and maintain your property can drastically reduce the risk of infestation, diseases, and other health risks. It’s important to have these inspections regularly so preventative measures can be put in place - when it comes to pest control the saying “it’s better to have and not need, than need and not have” is the standard. 

Many services offer low-exposure pesticide and ethical trapping methods so you're not only keeping your home safe but the environment around you as well. Healthy insect repellant and animal deterrent methods are rapidly becoming a more commonplace alternative to harmful chemicals and traps that could not only affect your household but the ecosystem. For more information on smart pest control, the EPA provides tips for consulting pest control professionals. 

Scheduled Insulation Evaluations 

Unwanted guests aren't the only risks you should take careful precautions against. When it comes to keeping your home safe, that also includes reducing health risks and discomfort. Without proper insulation and air sealing, you could be letting in outdoor pollutants, allowing heat to pass in and out of your home through air leaks, and increasing costs with an overworked HVAC system. 

Insulation helps reduce the rate of heat transfer, which is how easily heat enters and exits your building envelope. Coupled with quality air sealing, the material in your home can significantly improve your indoor air quality and reduce the invasion of outdoor pollutants like dust, pollen, and other allergens. Koala Insulation of Central and West Orlando offers free evaluations and walks you through the breakdown of our checklist so you can prioritize the needs of your home and budget for better insulation care. 

Reliable Lawn Care Service 

Finally, regularly maintaining the nature around the house is crucial in protecting your home. Whether you're responsible for a small front yard or your home is backed up to a wide expanse of forest, it's up to you and your household to keep your environment healthy. It can be especially difficult to navigate for first-time homeowners, but finding a reliable lawn care service will help with pests, irrigation, and environmental health. 

Your lawn and garden care shouldn’t strictly consist of mowing the yard and trimming foliage. Plant care, weeding, grass health, and even soil treatment should be the bare minimum your contractor takes care of in their service package. This can not only increase your home’s value, but also reduce your carbon footprint, environmental impact, and pest risk. These professionals can also provide quality consultation on aesthetic changes that won’t harm your lawn quality. So before you get ready to tear up the yard with an expansive (and expensive) moat design, it’s probably a better idea to consult the industry experts. 

Protecting Your Personal Castle 

While you may be missing a few knights in shining armor and the Florida heat is as close to a dragon attack as you can get, your home is still like your own personal castle. Keeping the kingdom safe and comfortable should be the priority of every wandering merchant you employ 

to build up security. Whether it’s the security system, lawn care service, or pest control, you have the ability to locate, evaluate, and prevent persistent problems that could threaten the pleasant balance you’ve worked so hard to establish in your environment. 

At Koala Insulation of Central and West Orlando, our team of insulation experts could be considered the hired guards of your palace. Our experienced technicians are here to not only ensure a quick and effective project but also educate you and your household about the importance of proper insulation installation and coverage. We don't have experience with rogue wizards, but our dedication to a temperature-regulated environment could be considered enchanting! Contact your local industry experts today to learn more about how insulation contributes to the safety of your home.