Recent News

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Sep 23, 2008
News Article
Now is the time to protect against Carbon Monoxide
by SecurIt-eNews, September 2008


Sep 23, 2008
News Article
Smoke detector swap-out continues
by SecurIt-eNews, September 2008


Sep 23, 2008
News Article
Featured Save: House nearly burns while guests enjoy the pool
by SecurIt-eNews, September 2008


Sep 23, 2008
News Article
Reaching the next level of security excellence
by SecurIt-eNews, September 2008


Sep 23, 2008
Press Release
American Alarm Expands in Central Massachusetts


Sep 23, 2008
News Article
From the president’s keyboard . . . (September 2008)
by SecurIt-eNews, September 2008


May 13, 2008
News Article
Massachusetts selects American Alarm as security contractor
by SecurIt-eNews, May 2008


May 12, 2008
News Article
Old smoke detectors need to be changed
by SecurIt-eNews, May 2008


May 12, 2008
News Article
Spring flowers and free security signs
by SecurIt-eNews, May 2008


May 12, 2008
From the President’s Keyboard . . . May 2008


May 12, 2008
Five Diamond Security


May 12, 2008
News Article
Alarm nets three arrests, stops spree of vandalism
by SecurIt-eNews, May 2008


May 12, 2008
Lock the door, set the alarm, all in one step


May 12, 2008
News Article
Customer Corner: Let us know, before you go
by SecurIt-eNews, May 2008


May 12, 2008
News Article
Steve Oles to retire after 40 years
by SecurIt-eNews, May 2008


Mar 27, 2008
Press Release
American Alarm selected as a state security systems contractor


Mar 10, 2008
Press Release
Timothy Parent Named Director of Sales at American Alarm


Mar 10, 2008
News Article
The end of the analog network—help a friend stay secure
by SecurIt-eNews, March 2008


Mar 10, 2008
News Article
Featured Save: Burglar caught running with cash register.
by SecurIt-eNews, March 2008


Mar 10, 2008
Security Trends: Preserve your security during renovations


Mar 10, 2008
News Article
It may be time to change your smoke detectors
by SecurIt-eNews, March 2008


Mar 10, 2008
News Article
From The President's Keyboard, March 2008
by SecurIt-eNews, March 2008


Jan 08, 2008
News Article
Security Trends: Fire safety at the most dangerous time of year.
by SecurIt-eNews, January 2008


Jan 08, 2008
News Article
From the President's keyboard
by SecurIt-eNews, January 2008


Jan 08, 2008
News Article
Protect your whole family in 2008
by SecurIt-eNews, January 2008


Jan 08, 2008
News Article
Fire strikes Christmas week
by SecurIt-eNews, January 2008


Jan 08, 2008
News Article
Special New Year’s bonus for customer referrals
by SecurIt-eNews, January 2008


Nov 29, 2007
News Article
American Alarm Recoginzed by the Boston Globe for Security Service
by American Alarm, November 2007


Nov 13, 2007
News Article
Heating season and the risks of Carbon Monoxide
by SecurIt-eNews, November 2007


Nov 13, 2007
News Article
Worldwide access control
by SecurIt-eNews, November 2007


Nov 13, 2007
News Article
Featured Save: The bank robber who took a cab
by SecurIt-eNews, November 2007


Nov 13, 2007
News Article
Security Trends: Staying wired in a wireless world
by SecurIt-eNews, November 2007


Nov 13, 2007
News Article
From the President’s Keyboard. . .
by SecurIt-eNews, November 2007


Sep 12, 2007
News Article
Customer Corner - A great way to earn $100
by SecurIt-eNews, September 2007


Sep 12, 2007
News Article
Security Trends: The Truth About False Alarms
by SecurIt-eNews, September 2007


Sep 12, 2007
News Article
Prepare for the Risks of Winter Weather
by SecurIt-eNews, September 2007


Sep 12, 2007
News Article
Burglar Alarm Foils Determined Burglars
by SecurIt-eNews, September 2007


Sep 11, 2007
News Article
Checking on the Kids, When You’re Not Home
by SecurIt-eNews, September 2007


Aug 27, 2007
Press Release
Louis Sampson earns national recognition as a leader in the security industry


Jul 13, 2007
Press Release
John Tanner Named General Manager for Worcester Branch


Jun 12, 2007
News Article
Customer Care: Free signs aid police, deter thieves
by SecurIt-eNews, June 2007

The yellow signs show the house number, to help direct police, fire or ambulance crews responding to an emergency. When help is on the way, particularly at night, the yellow signs close to the road are easily seen.

Jun 12, 2007
News Article
Security Trends: Swimming Pools
by SecurIt-eNews, June 2007

a video surveillance system can be integrated with motion detection devices so that if someone jumps the fence and enters the pool, that activity will be seen, recorded and trigger an email to the homeowner to alert them of the unauthorized use of the pool.

Jun 12, 2007
News Article
Lives on the Line: Fire smoldered in chimney for weeks
by SecurIt-eNews, June 2007

A monitored smoke/fire alarm in the basement sensed trouble, sounded the alarm, and sent a signal to American Alarm’s 24-hour Security Command Center. “I heard the alarm, but I couldn’t see or smell any smoke,” the home owner said. “Then, right away, an operator from American Alarm called and told us we had a fire in the basement”.

Jun 12, 2007
News Article
Product Spotlight: Not all smoke detectors are created equal
by SecurIt-eNews, June 2007


Jun 12, 2007
News Article
Radio back-up is essential
by SecurIt-eNews, June 2007

While much of the crime drama seen on TV stretches credibility, one classic theme is often too real. Many professional thieves will cut the phone lines before they break into your home or business. That’s why having a radio back-up communications link for your security system is essential.

Jun 12, 2007
News Article
Bank Robbery Foiled: Alarm Helps Police Catch Suspect in Minutes
by SecurIt-eNews, June 2007

Immediately, the signal was picked up by monitoring staff at American Alarm’s 24-hour Security Command Center. Police were dispatched in less than one minute. “It all happened very quickly,” said a bank executive. “The alarm worked perfectly.”

Apr 10, 2007
News Article
Are your smoke detectors more than 10 years old?
by SecurIt-eNews, April 2007

Non-monitored smoke detectors rely on someone being in the building to hear the alarm and respond appropriately. They offer reasonable protection when people are in your home or business, but they do little good if fire breaks out when there is no one on site to hear the alarm and act. With a monitored fire alarm system, our 24-hour Security Command Center staff is always on duty, watching over your property, ready to react within seconds of a signal.

Apr 10, 2007
News Article
Save of the Month: Burglars run, police nearly apprehend suspects
by SecurIt-eNews, April 2007


Apr 10, 2007
News Article
Customer Care: Spring Market for Carbon Monoxide
by SecurIt-eNews, April 2007


Apr 10, 2007
News Article
Security Trends: Older cellular phone networks go silent
by SecurIt-eNews, April 2007


Mar 29, 2007
Press Release
End of Analog...Migration to Digital


Feb 13, 2007
News Article
Remote Access Control Administration
by SecurIt-eNews, February 2007


Feb 13, 2007
News Article
Major Damage Averted: Restaurant Employees Stop Fire
by SecurIt-eNews, February 2007


Feb 13, 2007
News Article
Security Trends: State Tightens Regulations for Security Companies
by SecurIt-eNews, February 2007


Feb 13, 2007
News Article
Customer Care to the Rescue
by SecurIt-eNews, February 2007


Jan 16, 2007
News Article
Disaster Averted: broken pipe triggers alarm
by SecurIt-eNews


Jan 16, 2007
News Article
Security Trends: Burst pipes, boiler flame-out, and other environmental threats
by SecurIt-eNews, January 2007


Jan 16, 2007
News Article
Going Away?
by SecurIt-eNews, January 2007


Jan 16, 2007
News Article
Rapid Response: GPS directs technicians to customer service needs
by SecurIt-eNews, January 2007


Jan 16, 2007
News Article
Protecting your family, or selling your home: new rules for Carbon Monoxide Monitors
by SecurIt-eNews, January 2007


Jan 16, 2007
News Article
Protecting your family, or selling your home: new rules for Carbon Monoxide Monitors
by SecurIt-eNews, January 2007


Dec 12, 2006
News Article
Lives on the Line: Home Theatre Turns Inferno
by SecurIt-eNews, December 2006


Dec 12, 2006
News Article
Customer Corner: Update Your Call List
by SecurIt-eNews, December 2006


Dec 12, 2006
News Article
Security Trends: False Alarms and the Risk of No Response
by SecurIt-eNews, December 2006


Dec 12, 2006
News Article
Security Cameras for Home and Small Business
by SecurIt-eNews, December 2006


Dec 12, 2006
News Article
Security Cameras for Home and Small Business
by SecurIt-eNews, December 2006


Dec 12, 2006
News Article
One Call Does It All
by SecurIt-eNews, December 2006


Jun 20, 2006
Press Release
American Alarm Earns National Award for Saving Waltham Couple

American Alarm and Communications has earned the 2006 First Line of Defense Award, presented annually to only one company in the United States by the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) in conjunction with SDM Magazine, the alarm industry’s leading trade journal.

Apr 04, 2006
Press Release
Protecting Our Customers in the Age of VoIP

We are all keenly aware that the proliferation of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is, perhaps, the most disruptive market development in our industry in years.

Jan 19, 2006
News Article
Will your alarm signal work with VoIP?
by American Alarm

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) systems are the new low cost telephone services that send calls over the Internet instead of traditional phone lines.

Sep 02, 2005
Press Release
Secure Your Future

New England’s leading security systems company has openings in its Arlington, Worcester and Manchester, NH offices for: Installation Technicians & Service Technicians

Jul 15, 2005
News Article
American Alarm Sings New Tune
by By Jeffrey Sanders, managing editor, Security Systems

Headquarters moves from police building to former car dealership

Jul 01, 2005
News Article
Patnaude awarded Ewers Distinguished Service Award
by David Spector, Chairman, ASIS International - Boston Chapter for New England Real Estate Journal

The Joseph E. Ewers Distinguished Service Award was presented to Marty Patnaude, CPP, at the recent Public Safety Appreciation Luncheon held on Friday, June17.

Apr 15, 2005
Press Release
Lives Saved by Our Carbon Monoxide Monitors

When John and Carol were working with the security systems design professionals at American Alarm, they didn’t give much thought to including carbon monoxide (CO) detectors in their home security system.

Feb 01, 2005
Press Release
Argus Alarm Merges with American Alarm

William J. McLaughlin, President, American Alarm & Communications, Inc. welcomes Argus Alarm, Auburn, Massachusetts, which has joined American Alarms Worcester operation.

Nov 01, 2004
Press Release
American Alarm Named Business of the Year November 2004

In recognition of the companys longstanding commitment to the community, American Alarm and Communications was named Business of the Year for 2004 by the Arlington Chamber of Commerce.

Oct 20, 2004
Press Release
Crystal Alarm Joins American Alarm & Communications

Arlington, Massachusetts, October 20, 2004 Michael Surabian, President and owner of Crystal Alarm, is now a full-time member of the sales and customer service team at American Alarm and Communications, Inc., reports William McLaughlin, President of American Alarm.

Mar 01, 2004
Press Release
Saved by the Neighbors Bell

As the Nicastro-Reznikow family slept, the blaze consumed the attic of their Victorian townhouse and tore through the roof, flames leaping into the chilled March night. The family had gone to sleep believing their relatively new security system would protect them from harm. It was a near-fatal assumption.


 

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