Ask Sabina

Ask Sabina

Q: My security system seems to work well and I have never had a break in or fire. Why would I need your services?

A: I am happy you never have had to deal with a
burglary, vandalism or a fire – that is great news! However, remember that a security system is NOT fool proof, so you might have a somewhat false sense of security. I have heard over and over on radio talk shows and on TV of professional burglars and how easy it is for them to override or disarm the systems. Maybe it will
keep the small fry away, but do you want to take that chance??

According to the National Crime Prevention Council,
there is a burglary or theft in a US household once every 12 seconds! In many ways, it can be even worse and
more upsetting if vandals get in and wreak havoc. Six million homes are vandalized each year. And unfortunately, these statistics are rising, not falling, according to the FBI Uniform Crime Reports and US Department of Justice. Also, in the time it would take for the Fire Department to respond to a fire alarm, many of
your possessions -- and dreams – could have already
gone up in smoke. A residential fire occurs about every
80 seconds, In these cases, if you have clear records (including photo/video) of what might be missing, you
will be far ahead of the game in replacing items or
proving their value.

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	View all questions on a single page. Individual Questions: Q: I know there is software available so I could make my own home inventory. Why should I choose Braun Inventory Specialists to create the records for me when I can do it on my own? Q: I already started my inventory and have digital photos of most of my possessions. But I find I don’t have the time or energy to complete this. Can you help? Q: Why wouldn’t my homeowner’s policy be sufficient to cover any claims? Q: What is the cost of an inventory? Q: How long will it take to make my home inventory? Q: What do I need to do to prepare for the inventory? Q: How will you document my home and personal possessions? Q: What types of items need documenting? Q: If I am not an art collector nor have valuable possessions, why would I need your services? Q: I already have receipts and appraisals of my jewelry and antiques, so wouldn’t this be enough? Why would I need pictures or video to include them in an inventory? Q: My security system seems to work well and I have never had a break in or fire. Why would I need your services? Q: What about updates? If I purchase new furniture, appliances or personal items after the inventory, how can I include those? Q: How long does it take to receive my completed package and how is it delivered?

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