Habitec Security

10/12/2026

Some common home fire hazards include smoke alarms with dead batteries, unattended kitchens, several heating appliances connected to the same outlet, lint buildup in dryers, extension cords and water, and even dry grass. Keep reading to explore our full list:

Some common home fire hazards include smoke alarms with dead batteries, unattended kitchens, and several appliances connected to the same outlet.

10/07/2026

It’s Fire Prevention Week, and it’s time to ask an important question: if a fire starts while you’re at work, running errands, or fast asleep, will your smoke detectors actually bring help?

A traditional battery-operated alarm only makes noise. It relies on someone being inside the house, or a neighbor walking by, to hear it and call 911.

With Habitec’s 24/7 monitored smoke and heat detectors, you're never reliant on luck:
🔥 Instant Signal Dispatch: The moment heat or smoke is detected, a signal is sent directly to our local 24/7 Central Station.
🔥 Automatic Emergency Response: Our dispatchers verify the alert and send emergency services to your home immediately, even if you aren't there to make the call.
🔥 Pet & Property Safeguard: Protect your pets, home, and irreplaceable items from smoke and fire damage around the clock.

Don't leave your home's safety up to a standalone chirp. Upgrade to monitored life safety that acts when seconds count. 🛡️✨

09/30/2026

August and September were busy months for Team Habitec! 💙 Through our Habitec Cares program, we were proud to support these organizations, causes and community events:

⛳ Safety Council of Northwest Ohio Golf Benefit – benefiting Kids’ Chance of Ohio, which provides scholarships to children whose parent was permanently disabled or lost their life due to a work-related injury or illness.
🎃 Pumpkinstock – supporting kindness initiatives and individuals with developmental disabilities throughout Northwest Ohio.
🏈 Washington Junior Football League Golf Scramble – supporting youth football, teamwork and sportsmanship.
🥩 Midway Products Group Adopt-A-Family – helping support its annual Adopt-A-Family program.
💙 First St. John Day School Community Picnic – supporting the local school and its community.
⛳ Fricker’s Golf Outing – Ray Frick Memorial Scholarship Fund at Waite High School – providing scholarships for Waite High School students.
🎓 Swinging for Education Excellence Scholarship Golf Outing – providing scholarships to local students pursuing degrees in business or finance.
💙 Catholic Charities of Sandusky – supporting programs and resources for individuals and families in need.
🚒 Boyne City Fire Department – supporting local emergency services and first responders.
⛳ 96th Habitec Toledo Open – supporting a longstanding Toledo-area golf tradition and community event.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to give back to the communities we serve. Always proud to give back! 💙

09/30/2026

Crisp autumn air is officially here, which means furnace season is right around the corner! Before you flip that thermostat over to heat for the first time this fall, take a few minutes to protect your home from hidden seasonal hazards:
🍁 Replace Furnace Filters: Clean filters keep your heating system running efficiently and improve indoor air quality.
🍁 Clear Air Vents: Ensure dust, furniture, or rugs aren't blocking airflow or creating heating hazards.
🍁 Test Carbon Monoxide Detectors: Heating equipment is a leading source of CO in homes. Test your units to make sure they're operational.

The Habitec Difference: Standard detectors only alert you if you're home to hear them. Habitec’s monitored smoke and carbon monoxide sensors stay connected to our local 24/7 Central Station, dispatching emergency help automatically, whether you’re home, at work, or out enjoying the fall weather. 🛡️✨

09/25/2026

Congratulations to the champions of last week’s 96th Habitec Toledo Open at Belmont Country Club! 🏆

Drew Salyers won the Regular Division, finishing at 10-under (134), while Mike Stone captured the Senior Division at 4-under (140).

Habitec Security was proud to sponsor this longstanding Toledo tradition and support an event that brings together some incredible talent right here in our community.

Congratulations to Drew, Mike, and all of this year’s competitors!

09/25/2026

The Power of Local 📍✨

"You might save a few pennies doing something with a global conglomerate, but for us, we want to work with local business because they understand us." 🙏

Fr. Geoff Rose from St. Francis de Sales School shares why long-term relationships matter when it comes to campus safety. Knowing your technician by name and working with a team that truly understands your building is priceless.

That’s the Habitec difference. 🛡️

09/24/2026

Big congratulations to Travis Thibodeau on passing the State of Michigan Fire Alarm Specialty Technician Licensing test! 🔥👏

We love seeing our team continue to learn, grow and reach new milestones.

Way to go, Travis! We’re proud to have you on Team Habitec! 💙

09/22/2026

The Autumnal Equinox is officially here, bringing crisp air and much earlier sunsets. As dusk starts creeping in before dinner, navigating dark driveways, steps, and walkways can quickly become a hassle and a safety risk. 🚗🌑

With Habitec’s smart home automation and outdoor cameras, you’ll never have to pull up to a dark house again:
💡 Smart Light Automation: Schedule your outdoor and porch lights to turn on automatically at sunset, or adjust them on the fly right from your phone.
🎥 Motion-Activated Cameras: Brighten up dark corners and get instant alerts with HD outdoor cameras that trigger smart lights the moment movement is detected.
📱 One-Tap Controls: Heading home late? Turn on your entryway lights with a single tap in the Habitec app before you even step out of the car.

Enjoy the fall season with total confidence that your path home is always well-lit and protected. 🍁🛡️

09/18/2026

When it was time to upgrade a 40-year-old system, Kim trusted Habitec to get the job done right. 🛠️✨

Whether your system is 4 years old or 40 years old, our local team is ready to help you seamlessly step into modern smart home protection.

Thank you for nearly four decades of trust, Kim! 🙌