Because crime is on the rise, more people are investing in high quality and reliable security systems that are easily and quickly installed in their homes and places of business. From surveillance cameras that can be viewed from remote to alarm systems that contact the authorities as soon as they are set off, today’s security systems have a lot more to offer than security systems of the past. And they are also becoming more and more affordable for people of all budget levels.
If you’re looking for a really great security system, though, and you’re having trouble finding the one that’s right for you, continue reading for some tips that will help you use social media to make the best decision for you, your family, or your business.
Check Out a Company’s Facebook Page
After you’ve done a simple Internet search for some security companies that work within your area, you should then check out each company’s Facebook page. There, you will get a sense of how many people “like” the company, how active the company is on the social media network, and how many people are leaving comments on the page. If there are a lot of negative comments, you definitely want to steer clear of this company. But also be aware that a company can delete negative comments and only allow the good ones to show through. Therefore, to really determine if a company is genuine, you should look for a combination of positive and negative comments, but the negative comments should be responded to with a calm, professional tone that wants to make amends. That is how you will know whether or not a company is worthy of your money.
Read Up on Yelp Reviews on Every Company You Consider
Another great social media website that you can use to gauge how reliable and professional a security company really is is Yelp. There, you can not only find local security companies by using its simple search option, but you can also research specific companies that you have already heard about. Once you find the companies that sound like they would be good options for you or your business, read up on the reviews that others have left on the Yelp page. Again, if there are a lot of negative reviews about the products, the customer service, or anything else about the company, you should not bother hiring them.
Locate Local Security Companies on Twitter
Use your Twitter account to locate local security companies that may not show up as readily in other searches. With Twitter’s built-in Advanced Search feature, you can tell the site where to look for a company within the security industry so that you can then follow up by reading through their tweets, checking their other social networks, and reading up on reviews written by others.
If you are ready to hire a security company for your home or your business, you should do plenty of research before settling on a company. Do so by using social media sites like Yelp, Twitter, and Facebook.
Author Bio:Today’s guest author, Nancy Baker, is a freelance blogger who is currently writing for Protectorlocksmith, a leading provider of surveillance cameras. When she is not researching and writing, she can be found chilling out with her friends at a café. You can also follow her on Twitter @Nancy Baker.
