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In today’s comparison of ADT, Frontpoint, Protect America, and Vivint home security systems, we’re going to go over the key similarities, key differences, what you get in their respective packages, the installation processes to professional monitoring options, the customer support, and finally delve into their mobile applications so that you have all the information you need to make the right decision.

Let’s kick off today’s comparison of ADT, Frontpoint, Protect America, and Vivint by going over their key similarities. Now, with each of these systems, you’re going to have to sign a long-term contract.

Unfortunately, there are no flexible month-to-month contracting with any of these companies. The second thing you’ll note is that they basically all come at the same core components for our home security system. That means a hub, motion sensors, entry sensors, and an indoor video camera to make sure you capture anything going on inside of your home. Let’s check out the differences now between ADT, Frontpoint, Protect America, and Vivint. The first big one is installation. ADT and Frontpoint are pretty straightforward do-it-yourself installation processes. Protect America is do-it-yourself but on the phone with a customer service representative while Vivint requires you to have a professional come in and install the entire home security system.

They also differ when it comes to professional monitoring. ADT and Frontpoint require professional monitoring. Protect America requires you to pay for cellular backup but gives you professional monitoring for free. Vivint actually allows for you to self-monitor your system. Hold on, hold on. A quick break. I hope you’re enjoying today’s comparison of ADT, Frontpoint, Protect America, and Vivint. If you want to be kept up to date on the newest in smart home security, password managers, VPNs, please subscribe to our channel. We’re dropping new content weekly. Let’s get back to the video. Now that we’ve gone over the key similarities and key differences, let’s check out the systems themselves. With ADT, I’ve got the video package. With Vivint, I got the basic security system and I ordered customized systems from Frontpoint and Protect America.

One should note that with each of these home security systems, I got at the very least motion sensors, entry sensors, indoor video cameras, and security hubs. If you want to see a breakdown of all the components that we’ll find with each of these systems, check out our full written comparison in the link below. Let’s talk about installation. ADT, Frontpoint, and Protect America have do-it-yourself installation. Vivint requires you to pay about $129 and they’ll have a professional come and install it.

Honestly, of the DIY experiences, they’re all pretty straight forward as they had guided setups right there on their mobile applications. One thing that did stand out to me is Protect America does have the do-it-yourself setup but they also require you to call someone on the phone to set it up which is something I actually liked because during that phone call, we went through setting up each piece and actually ensuring that it worked. It’s the best of both worlds with professional and do-it-yourself installation.

None of these really jumped out at me that hard but I will note that if you don’t want to pay for cellular backup, you can get professional monitoring for free going with the Protect America home security system. When it comes to top system for professional monitoring, I’m going with Protect America.

If you’ve been paying attention today, you’ll note that there hasn’t really been a clear winner in today’s comparison of ADT, Frontpoint, Protect America, and Vivint. It’s going to really boil down to a personal preference. Maybe I can help out and break it down a little bit further for you in super simple terms. You’re going to want to go with ADT if you want the tried and true biggest most popular home security provider in America today. Along with that they even give you the option to FaceTime with a customer service representative. Frontpoint has the outright best customer support in the game. All of them with a one-year contract option. Protect America has the most affordable equipment and will even give you someone to talk to on the phone as you go through your do-it-yourself installation process. Finally, Vivint has someone come to your home and very professionally install the system and will provide you with the best mobile app experience that there is out there for home security systems. Overall, four systems, four very different experiences but four solid choices for home security.

So which Travel Mobility scooter is right for you?

This article introduces us to one of the many mobility scooters models available on the market

Today, I wanted to go ahead and concentrate on the Pride Go Go line. So let’s get started with the Go Go 3-wheel Ultra X scooter. This is Pride’s entry-level scooter and comes standard with a throttle pod, a key. It has its battery gauge and a horn. It also comes with a front basket, adjustable arm rest, and a swivel swivel seat.

With a maximum weight capacity of 260 pounds and a maximum speed of 4 miles per hour, you’re able to get 8 miles per charge. The optional colors include red and blue. Next up in our Go Go Ultra X line is the 4-wheel model.

This model features all the features and benefits as the 3-wheel model, however, it has a fourth wheel for stability and less than 6 lbs in overall weight. And for those of you that require a little more luxury, the Go Go Elite Traveller may be the scooter for you.

With a maximum weight capacity of 275 pounds and a 4.25 miles per hour maximum speed, you still get the up to 8 miles per charge. In addition to the practical features of the Go Go Ultra X, the Elite Traveller will start to add some cosmetic features, so really depending on your mood for that day, you can have the red color, which this piece can be removed on any color that’s red and be changed.

Feeling a little lively on that day, and you want to go with blue? You can change every piece in the scooter to blue. And if you feel a little race-y and kinda wanna go out and get somebody off the road, you can go ahead and go with the silver. And again, that changes anything that’s red or blue or silver can be changed throughout the entire scooter, depending on your mood.

So we’ve looked at the Go Go Ultra X, the Go Go Elite Traveller, and now it’s time to look at the Go Go Elite Plus HD. So for those of you who require 325 pounds maximum carrying capacity and would like to go up to 4.5 miles per hour, this is the scooter for you. You’ll also get up to 12 miles per battery charge and larger tires, so you can drive on most surfaces.

So there you have it. It really is that easy to get your freedom and independence back.

An electric stair lift is an economical and practical solution for the elderly or physically impaired which provides safe and easy movement from one floor of your house to another. Having the ability to install access devices like an electric stair lift has meant that even those individuals who previously were only able to climb or descend the stairs with the assistance of another, can now live a more normal and independent life in their own home.

Electric Stair Lifts Models for Indoor and Outdoor Use:

There are now a number of respected stairlift manufacturers who supply indoor and outdoor electric stair lifts – see a complete guide to stair lift reviews & costs. The models designed to operate outdoors are made with ample weatherproofing so they will resist the weather, even in extreme conditions. It doesn’t matter if your stairs are straight or curved as you can get an electric stair lift to fit both types. They can be mounted to either side of the staircase and do not require any structural modifications to your building. This makes them a very cost-effective addition to your home compared to alternatives like a residential elevator.

Designed with User-friendly Controls and Enhanced Safety Features:

Electric stair lifts now come with exceptional safety features as standard. These include seat belts, padded armrests, swivel seats, safety brakes and more. Stairlifts now also come with obstruction sensors. This sensor detects any obstructions blocking the path of the stair chair lift, and stops it automatically when it encounters an obstacle. This is a really important feature which helps to avoid the chances of the user getting injured and the lift getting damaged during operation. The stair lifts are also integrated with a folding facility, which allows the lift to be remain folded when not in use. This lets other users access the stairway more comfortably.

For those users who have limited hand mobility, you can get remote or joystick controls to assist with the functions of the chair. The remote control is very handy if there are more than one user living within the same house and both users need to be either up or down the stairs at the same time.

Points to Remember when Buying an Electric Stair Lift:

Electric stair lifts are not expensive compared to the freedom that they provide. Before purchasing a stair lift it is important to identify your requirements, do you have straight or curved stairs, the extent of the disability that the user suffers from and will it deteriorate in the future, and of course your budget. Ensure the electric stair lift you are researching complies with the British Standard BS 5776. An electric stair lift is a specialist piece of equipment that will provide you with the much-needed access to parts of your home that you may not normally be able to access easily. You do not want your stair lift to breakdown once you become reliant upon it, so it is also important to check the after sales service agreement with the supplier before buying the electric stair lift.

If you are looking for the added amenities and luxury to your present bathroom style, even with walk-in tubs why don’t you go for bathtub enclosures? This site offers an extension of choices in looking for these walk-in tub enclosures that will add zest in your bathing pleasure. Today, every homeowner is confronted with a vast selection of different walk-in bathtub enclosures. These are prefabricated or customizable units with or without frame, can be made of glass or plastic, which serve as a barrier to keep the water and steam from getting out of your bathtub or shower.

With a hundred of choices to choose from, anybody can find tub enclosures to fit into any space and style. But first, let us make this clear that tub enclosures are different from tub surrounds. Tub surrounds are acrylic or fiberglass molded into a one-piece unit and complete with tub and three sides, or just three sides that can be installed around an existing bathtub. In a tub surround, one side is left open while with the enclosure, complete closing of the tub or shower is possible.

Framed tub enclosures usually come in many finishes. Silver, gold, brass, satin, chrome, anodized aluminum, nickel, powder coating in nickel, antiqued brass, and a wide variety of other choices to consider. Now, for more can afford homeowners, they can be even found in 24K gold. Amazing, isn’t it? Having a luxurious bathroom with bathtubs and showers of granite or marble often demands an even more attractive tub enclosure. Some homeowners believed that framed enclosures can detract from these beautiful materials. For these owners frameless tub enclosures are more attractive. The frameless tub enclosures make minimal use of hinges and metal attachments in favor of an un-obscured view of the beautiful craftsmanship or made up of the tub or shower.

So how will go about in buying these walk in bathtub enclosures for your bathtub? When you compare walk-in tub prices, certain things need to be considered. Remember that nothing improves a bathroom like a new bathtub enclosure, therefore making it easier to keep clean and it will also lessen the chance of water damage. There are some that can be done-on-your-own and some others that require professional help. But these are the things that you can do on your own as you prepare:

First, measure for your tub surround. You have to measure the surfaces around the tub that you want to be covered with the surround. Measure also the doors and passageways where the materials will have to come through in getting them to the bathroom. Then, decide what material to use for your new tub enclosure. You can look and browse over magazines and books, even online stores, and do an extensive research.

Next will be to decide between ceramic tile, glass, natural stone, engineered surface, fiberglass and acrylic. The do-it-yourself products are tile, fiberglass and acrylic. Glass and stone and solid surface are best left to be done by experts and professionals. Then, select a one piece unit if you are very sure of your measurements and still have room to get the unit through existing doors. A wiser choice could be a three-piece acrylic or fiberglass unit because they can be adjusted to fit and are easier to maneuver.

Lastly, skip the mess of cleaning grout lines with an acrylic tub enclosure that is embossed to stimulate the look of ceramic tile. But then heed the following tips and little warnings too. Tub enclosures come with pre-molded shelves, soap holders and grab handles for safety and convenience. And if you decide to use granite, ensure that you have a radon detector in your home. Although granite is beautiful and durable, it emits radon.

With these simple guides, tips, and suggestions you are now ready to make the next big step of choosing and deciding the bath tub enclosures you will add to your bathroom.

Decorating children’s bedrooms could be a lot of fun! They tend to spend a lot of time in their bedrooms and we should make it our priority to make sure that they like spending time in their rooms. The walls of your child’s bedroom is a blank canvas waiting to be explored. There are a few fun things to do with your children’s bedroom walls.

Here are some fun things to turn your children’s bedroom walls into something magical!

Play around with colours:

You can turn your child’s bedroom into something brighter and colourful by using paint or make use of wall stickers.

Make use of patterns:

Children could get bored quickly with the style in their bedrooms and one way to make sure this doesn’t happen is to incorporate patterns on to the walls. Again you can make use of paint or wall stickers. Make sure to use different colours to make the walls pop.

Pick a theme:

One way to make decorating your child’s room easier is to pick a theme. I’m not suggesting a TV character theme as children seem to have a new favourite every week, but a theme like fairy tales, animals, construction, and even unicorn wallpaper is a possibility. You can use big maps on walls if your child is interested in travel or a jungle theme when your child is interested in animals.

Wall stickers:

Wall stickers can be a great and easy way to make your child’s bedroom more personalised. There are a lot of companies who do personalise wall stickers. You can even use words to make up a quote or you can use it to spell out your child’s name.

Wall murals:

Wall murals can transform a room into something exciting. You can paint a wall mural straight onto a wall or have a bespoke wall mural made, which is then applied to the wall like wallpaper. For more wall mural idea try picturemyworld.co.uk wall murals

Why do major British retailers like Marks and Spencer use so many Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire companies for their wide range of high quality products? And why does NADCAT’s Sutton-in-Ashfield office receive enquiries on a daily basis from buyers as far afield as America, Denmark and France?

The answer, quite simply, is that the two counties possess untapped world-beating potential in the clothing and textile market and it is NADCAT’s aim to ensure that this potential is fully exploited and the industry is well and truly put on the map.

The area is home to world class textile companies like Courtaulds, Coats, Viyella, and Pretty Polly. Added to this, there is a strong manufacturing base, a highly skilled, motivated workforce and a labour cost advantage compared to many European competitors. 

NADCAT’s Chief Executive, Jeff Scrivner, said:

“The UK has and still does utilise companies in this area for sourcing but what we are finding is that more and more foreign buyers are seeing the benefits of talking to the area Every day, the NADCAT office handles enquiries from buyers. It’s the scale and depth of the manufacturing capability which many are drawn to. NADCAT is the vehicle to access the world-class manufacturing capability of this region.”

One such example was in August last year when an American lingerie company sent three buyers responsible for UK sourcing to a ‘Meet the Buyer’ held in Nottinghamshire organised by NADCAT. Ten NADCAT members made presentations and a further two had appointments in London the following day.

“The reaction from buyers was encouraging. They were impressed with the price, quality and designs. Many companies are now sampling and are in direct dialogue with Fredericks,” said a NADCAT spokesman.

Other interest has come from French wholesalers sourcing for a mail order catalogue and Japanese designers who were impressed by the region’s manufacturing capability.

Aside from its strong manufacturing base, there is substantial presence of a highly skilled, dedicated workforce – around 48,000 people are employed in the industry in the two counties of Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. – The East Midlands as a whole, employs more people in the textile industry than in any other part of the UK.

The region’s central location and superb transport links are also an important strength. Many companies have successfully identified niche markets and have developed a strong national and international reputation for quality and innovation.

Flexibility and the ability to work to short lead times is another strength which many companies in the two counties possess.