Home Living CT

When searching for home security systems, knowing what to look for is a must. That could be an alarm system that will let the home owner know when something is amiss, or it could be cameras that are strategically positioned to show what is happening around the home. No one wants to be caught off guard by unexpected visitors, especially in an unfamiliar location.

Moving to a new home in a different neighborhood, whether that neighborhood is across town or across country, feeling secure is always going to be an issue. While it does take time to get used to a new home, there is no need to add uncertainty about security to the mix. Choosing wisely when selecting security systems for the home will provide any home owner with the confidence they need to sleep soundly at night.

The excitement of relocating should not overshadow the benefits that can be derived from securing the home with a system that will alarm when intruders attempt to invade the inner sanctum of the home. Having a sense of security will always be preferable to the uncertainty that arises from the frightening experience of an actual break in or an attempted one.

Connecticut shopping malls have a little competition being within driving distance from the fashion/shopping capital of the world, New York, but luckily the Constitution State can boast of great shopping as well. Listed is some of Connecticut’s top rated shopping malls:

Danbury Fair Mall
Located in the city of Danbury, this mall has 180 stores, is the largest mall in the state of Connecticut and its anchor stores are large retailers; Macy’s, Lord & Taylor, Sears, and JC Penny. This mall has two-levels.

Westfarms Mall
This mall is located in the city of Farmington. It has 154 stores, and its largest stores (more…)

If you’re thinking of moving, consider the top ten neighborhoods in Connecticut which offers many solid family friendly neighborhoods, good schools and low crime.

Westport and Wilton are the homes to people who can be described as “urban sophisticates.” Being an “urban sophisticates” is about being educated and well-off financially. Urban sophisticates support bookstores, quality clothing stores, enjoy luxury travel and in Connecticut, they are truly the patrons of the arts.

Darien, is a small coastal town. New Canaan is a smaller town located in the state of Connecticut. Both have more artists, (more…)

If you are thinking of relocating your family to beautiful Connecticut, know that you will be moving to a state that is rich in history, and full of natural beauty. In Connecticut, there are still places that offer spacious areas of country living, yet it is part of the New York metropolitan area, so you will still be in close proximity to the conveniences of big city life. There are many beautiful cities in Connecticut, but here is a roundup of the best areas (more…)

If you haven’t yet experienced the natural beauty of Connecticut, you’re in luck: the Home Builders Association of Connecticut is ensuring that the state remains pristine for future generations. Founded in 1960, the HBACT has a lot of experience working with residential builders and suppliers, and their Build Green Connecticut initiative is helping those companies achieve a new level of environmental awareness.The Build Green Connecticut Program was the first state program to include an ANSI-certified building standard. ANSI (American National Standards Institute) accredits programs across the US. Connecticut’s program was also one of the first to formally partner with the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Green program. (more…)

The rates of violent crime in Connecticut are well below the national median, clocking in at only 2.83 annual violent crimes per every 1000 residents. Across the country, the median rate is 4.7 per every 1000. When it comes to property crimes, though, the rates are almost ten times higher, with 26.37 property crimes per 1000. This doesn’t mean you should live in fear of a burglary, but there are a number of things you can do to protect your home.Securitech Systems is a Connecticut company founded in 2002 by high-end security professionals. Located in Newtown, they embrace their role as a smaller company and offer a start-to-end security experience, beginning with sending a technician to check out your home. That same technician will be the one to install the system if you decide to buy one. (more…)

The housing market is on its way back up across Connecticut, which is good news for both first-time buyers and owners planning a move. The Warren Group CEO Timothy Warren says that the tax credits offered to buyers were a big encouragement to homebuyers. The numbers reflect people’s confidence: the median price for a one-family home was 8.1 higher this March than it was last year, and sales for one-family homes and condominiums each rose more than 20 (37 for homes and 34.4 for condos).If you’re looking to invest in a Connecticut home, now is a great time, and there are plenty of tools online to help you. The website CT Homebuyer is a Connecticut real estate brokerage which can give you information about the many neighborhoods in the state, and help you decide which one is right for you. CT Homebuyer (or another reputable Connecticut broker) will help you get pre-qualified by a bank, negotiate terms on your home, and close the deal. (more…)

No matter where you live in Connecticut, there’s sure to be something interesting going on close by in the near future. For example, I bet you weren’t expecting a BBQ festival in New England, but the Blues, Views & BBQ Festival is coming September 24-26. Now in its third year, the event will feature music on Friday night by Blues Traveler along with a professional BBQ challenge and cooking demos. There’s even a Kids Q competition, where teams of 2-4 budding chefs team up to produce the tastiest burger, hot dog, and chicken.The Norwalk Oyster Festival is perhaps a little more expected, but should still be well worth the timeespecially considering it’s free. Musical entertainment was provided by Wang Chung, 10,000 Maniacs, Still Alive & Well, Pimpinella, and more, all of which are sure to get your feet moving. There’s also arts & crafts for sale along with international food vendors, vintage ships, and other exhibits honoring Connecticut’s illustrious marine past. This event will take place September 10 through September 12. (more…)

If you’re planning on buying a new home in Connecticut, choosing an internet service provider might not be your top priority, but it’s still an important decision to make. You need to trust your ISP to provide security for all of your most important data, whether it’s bank accounts or social security numbers. For the Connecticut resident, there are a variety of trusted companies in the state.Optimum Online (provided by Cablevision) provides high-speed cable broadband starting at 29.95 a month. That low price gets you speeds ranging up to 5x greater than internet through a phone company. For an extra 9.95 to your monthly bill, you can get Optimum Online Boost, with 30 Mbps downstream and 5 Mbps upstream as well as a professional set of web building tools. (more…)