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Whether you're looking to install a simple security camera system at your home, or you're investing in an integrated video surveillance and access control solution for your business, you need to find reliable technology and a security service provider in Chico, CA that you can trust. Crime Free Living is committed to your satisfaction, period. In fact, much of our business comes from our customer referrals. But don't take our word for it... see what our customers say below.



Crime Free Living Reviews

Making A Safer Space For Seniors Aging comes with changes that affect the body. Older people tend to move slower. They may also develop eye problems and lose core strength that helps in maintaining balance. Thus, the probability of them getting into accidents like falls and ...
Healthcare Facilities Have Specific Security Needs Healthcare facilities in Chico, CA run the gamut of different needs for Americans. Some facilities are large complexes, like hospitals. Others are smaller clinics, serving neighborhoods, while others are pharmacies that provide the medications...
Home Security: Things You Should Consider A home security system may be one of the best investments a homeowner can have. It ensures the safety of the property you worked hard for and the welfare of your loved ones. However, many people still do not see ...
Smart And Simple Ways To Secure Your Home While the best defense against burglaries is a well-armed security system, that doesn’t mean there aren’t simpler things you can do to help to keep your home safe. Thinking like a burglar, you can do a few simple and smart ...
Things To Remember Before Installing Outdoor and Indoor Security Cameras So, you have finally decided which security camera is best for your property in Chico. You probably already sketched a rough draft of your home’s layout or otherwise printed your property’s blueprint so you could plot the specific spots...
Main Areas In Your Property That Should Not Have Security Cameras We understand that installing security cameras is a necessary step to prevent any unwanted disturbance. However, there are general areas that should be free of these devices. It is also important to note that there are specific laws on home...
Practical Tips Employees Should Take To Secure Data For Small Businesses Any business operates with the trust and patronage of its clients. At the end of the day, it’s all about the people, both on the client-side and on the manpower side. This is why it’s important to secure any data ...
What Do Burglars Look For In A Target? If you own a home here in Chico, CA one of the things you hope for is a property that remains safe and undisturbed. A home should be a retreat, your personal space away from the troubles of the world, ...
How Secure Is Your Farm Farming is a backbone of the economy in Chico, CA, and a backbone of the economy of the United States. Without farmers, we wouldn’t have the very food we put on our tables, and various industries and businesses rely on ...
Secure Your Business During Temporary Closure When running a company, an owner encounters various challenges. A lot of things happen. Sometimes, unexpected external factors affect the course of business. When this happens, you have to be ready to adapt to the situation.
A Crisis Affecting The...
3 Ways To Protect Data Against Online Attacks Cyber-attacks may be a common occurrence in any industry, but this does not mean that one will already stop operating the moment they are targeted. If anything, this is proof that cybersecurity should work just as hard in protecting your ...
The Key Benefits Of Smart Home Technology Smart home technology is also referred to as home automation. Smart home systems and devices are designed to keep your Chico home secure, comfortable, and save you money. Smart homes are controlled by a smart home app on your smartphone....
Common Ways Criminals Sneak Into An Office Putting a business security system in place can help you protect your company’s assets and employees. It can minimize the risks of criminal attacks. Since the main points of entry are the lobbies and entrance doors, most companies focus their...
Should You Buy Commercial Grade Or Consumer Grade? Once you make the decision to get a camera surveillance system, it is very easy to get overwhelmed by the types, technicals, and prices. Then you have to decide whether you should do it yourself or have it installed. Should ...
5 Benefits of Smart Home Automation With smart home automation, you will have more convenience, more comfort, and much greater peace of mind knowing that you are doing everything you can to secure your home. We live in the golden age of technology, and over the ...
4 Ways To Keep Your Home Safe During Vacation If you live and work in Chico, CA one of the things you probably look forward to once or twice a year is a bit of time off to take a well-earned vacation and go someplace new. Whether it’s a ...
What Features Should You Consider When Choosing Home Security Cameras? Home security technologies have advanced significantly in recent years. As a result, security cameras offer a wide range of features that any Chico homeowner can utilize to protect their home. If you are buying a surveillance camera for the first...
Keeping Your Elderly Parents Safe And Secure In Chico, seniors make up about 15% of the total population. Their population is projected to nearly double across the United States in the next 40 years. Our parents are living longer which is a good thing, but they are ...
Shoplifting Prevention In Your Store 1 in every 11 people in the United States admit to actively commit shoplifting offenses or admit they have shoplifted in the past. Shoplifting costs businesses throughout the United States billions of dollars each and every year, some of which ...
Beneficial Reasons to Maintain Your Home Security System A home security system in Chico won't work if you don't take the time to maintain it to make sure it is operating as it should. It is the same concept of making sure you follow proper maintenance procedures for ...
Upgrade Your Home To Accommodate The Elderly A home is a place where every member of the family has to feel comfortable, welcome, and safe. It has to accommodate the needs of the entire household. Since each person is different, you will have to consider a lot ...
6 Tips to Prevent Home Break-ins If you are a homeowner in Chico or anywhere else in the US, keeping your home safe from burglars is always a top priority. Unfortunately, thieves can strike any time of day—especially when you are away on summer vacation, a ...
Security Tips For Apartment Renters Being a homeowner comes with some advantages and perks. One of them is home security. Owning the property means you have more freedom when it comes to the installation of equipment.
However, what many people fail to realize is that ...
4 Effective Ways to Secure Your Home this Spring As a homeowner in Chico, CA, you should be aware of what can happen if your home gets broken into. You should also take the steps that are necessary to make sure your home is not a target for theft ...
How To Improve School Security For students who go to school in Chico, CA, the primary focus of the day should be on studying, getting good grades, and interacting with fellow students. Sadly, in America, unlike other countries, this is not the only major worry ...
How To Improve Retail Security The retail business in Chico, CA can be an extremely lucrative one. This is especially true if it provides products that customers want and are actively looking for, along with making the right choices to attract those customers, such as ...
Four Benefits Of Choosing A Monitored Home Security When you work with a professional security company, you will not only receive a home security system. You will also be offered a variety of service packages that include installation, system maintenance, and home security monitoring. Installation...
5 Ways to Simplify Your Home Security Measures Whether you are moving into a new home or you are updating the security of your current home in Chico, many homeowners are looking for simple and straightforward solutions that can help keep their home secure with far less hassle. 
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Keeping Safe And Secure In Parking Lots Whether you own a retail store, a public property, a business complex, or any sort of property with a parking lot, your security shouldn’t stop at your doors. Parking lot safety is important, and it provides a number of benefits ...
How To Keep Data Safe For All Kinds Of Business Almost all companies have some form of information, both for client-side and employee side, in their database. This information can include personal information about the clients or information related to services. Either way, this is data that...

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What Our Customers Say

"I had the Alibi system installed several years ago. It has functioned flawlessly. The image quality is exellent both night and day and in all weather conditions. I particularly like the replay (which can be set at various speeds) and zoom functions of the system. Tech support from Crimefreeliving has been excellent. I have received quick responses to questions, and timely home visits — as when I changed IP carriers and my Alibi system needed to be reset. I have recommended Crimefreeliving to several friends."

Rich

"As a small business owner here in Chico we definitely saw the need for video surveillance. After expressing our needs and concerns Tim did an excellent job getting us set up with the set up with the appropriate equipment. He really took the time to address our concerns in a very friendly, professional and knowledgeable manner. I highly recommend Tim for all of your business and residential video surveillance needs."

Ron H., Owner/Auto Doctor

"I have to say I love having my security cameras at my home. Tim Truby did a wonderful job of installing the five cameras. He is very neat and cleaned everything up after the installation. He explained to me how to operate the monitor, my phone and IPad. However, I have had to call Tim because I'm not tech savvy and forget what he has told me. He usually just helps me over the phone and then all is well. I'm 80 years old and enjoy the comfort of knowing I have these security cameras."

Gloria

"Tim Truby designed and installed a 32 camera system for us here at the Butte County Mosquito and Vector Control District. We had received several other quotes from security system vendors, but Tim’s quote was the least expensive. Tim also installed the system quickly and has always been available when we needed him. We are very happy with our security camera system and we can highly recommend Tim Truby for all of your surveillance system needs."

D. Weseman, Butte County Mosquito and Vector Control District

Crime Free Living updated our old video system with a new 16 Channel HD Alibi Video Security System. The old system had been added onto by different installers which resulted in a cabling mess. There were cables that worked and cables that went nowhere. It was a mess. Tim sorted it all out and installed cameras that are very clear. He also installed a monitor for our cashiers to watch hidden areas, a monitor to watch the entry door, and a monitor that allows employees to watch the outside parking and gas pump area. All work was done on time and very professional! Will always recommend Tim and Crime Free Living.

S. AM PM Chico Arco Station

"I had Tim install an Alibi Video Security System at my residence and a couple business locations. The remote view option is invaluable to absentee owners or anyone who travels a lot. The clarity and quality of the cameras have allowed for viewing employee theft. The evidence provided from the HD video cameras was fantastic! Tim was professional and provided extra value from his law enforcement background."

J. Folsom Arco Station

"Tim, I want to thank you again for doing such a fantastic job on installing a wireless IP security camera system at our dream home. The extra time that you took to hide wires, and install a clean, professional system is much appreciated. I still can’t believe the clarity, quality, and ease of use of this new system. I wished that I would have met you before our original inferior system was installed by another company. Now, whether I am at home, or monitoring the system from around the world, I know that my home and family are safe and sound."

John M.

"In April of 2017, my husband and I made a phone call to Crime Free Living that turned out to be a smart and wise decision. Amazingly, in just a few hours, Tim installed four Dome Security Cameras, weatherproof enclosures, and hooked up into our home a 23" Full HD Widescreen Security Monitor. Even more than his professional expertise was the time spent with us in making sure that this system was working correctly and properly installed on our phones so that anywhere in our travels we can monitor our new home in Magalia."

Tieka and Don S.

"I have been using Crime Free Living for the last couple years ar work and at home and I really recommend this product. Tim is a very good service provider. If he can't figure it out, he's got good tech support with the system that he offers."

Gary D.

"I have known Tim for over 10 years. To date, Time with Crime Free Living has installed two separate surveillance systems for my company. With each system, Tim has listened to my needs and custom dsigned surveillance systems for my specific needs and within my budget. The equipment used is always state of the art, the workmanship is top notch, and Tim is the example of trustworthy. I would recommend him for any job."

Steve D., Down Range Indoor Training Center

images Certifications & Training

With 16 years of experience in law enforcement, Tim Truby, CEO, is fully certified in video surveillance and training.

  • Certified Advanced Crime Prevention Specialist
  • Academy Instructor Certification
  • California POST Certification in Specialized Surveillance Equipment
  • California POST Certification in Basic Crime Prevention
    • Advanced Crime Prevention through Environmental Design
    • Certified Alibi Security Dealer
    • Enhanced Risk and Threat Assessment (FEMA)
    • Incident Command System (100 & 200)
    • Certified Cognitech Video Forensic Investigator
    • Neighborhood Watch Toolkit Trainer
    • Computer Crimes/Investigations
    • Domestic Crisis for Crisis Negotiators
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