Without question, your residence or residential properties must ensure the highest level of protection and privacy for you, your family, guests, and all other occupants.

The fundamental expectations of any residential dwelling are security, safety, privacy, and indeed, "peace of mind." Whether for your primary or secondary residence, it is vital that adequate levels of protection and comfort are maintained and upgraded accordingly.

Residential security and business security share common objectives: protection against harm, intrusion or unauthorized access, safeguarding of privacy and assets, and awareness and compliance with safety codes and guidelines.

Home security procedures must take into account several factors: if there is heavy travel or the residence is left vacant for long periods, the ages of children, if contractors are present, and other factors. A residence may also require business-centric security, such as ensuring confidentiality of business communications and data, protecting work assets, and even providing a suitable work environment for in-home personnel.

It is prudent to consider a Technical Surveillance Countermeasures ( TSCM ) sweep of your residence to highlight "Windows of Vulnerability" that may exist.

Merit Expertise will provide:

Guidance on Proper Residential Protection

• Assessing existing access controls, alarm systems and emergency communications, perimeter vulnerabilities, and proper lock/key/entry hardware
• Guidance on necessary changes to current security measures
• Awareness and preparation for back-up and emergencies
• Security awareness, information and training for children in the home
• Performing an electronic sweep ( TSCM ) of the phones, rooms, or other places to detect for eavesdropping devices or wiretaps

• Additional or special measures needed for larger homes or estate properties
• Access and perimeter controls and awareness
• Issues for screening contractors or guests/visitors on property
• Awareness and preparation for emergencies
• Other factors based on individual exposure, profile and needs