North Star Alarm Systems

In June 2005, Mr. and Mrs. Jones had just added an additional monitored smoke detector to their existing NorthStar Security System when their Columbus, Ohio, home nearly went up in smoke. The culprit: a candle left unattended in a bedroom.

But luckily for the Jones, who weren't home at the time, NorthStar's central station quickly dispatched the fire department to their home.

When the Jones returned home and found their door ajar they called the police, who informed them it was their lucky day.

Confused by the situation and the statement, they learned the police officer had been dispatched to the location earlier that day when the fire broke out.

Though there was some damage to their dresser, they were incredibly relieved to find their house was still standing and their priceless valuables still intact. Mr. Jones said he believes that the smoke detector they added to their system saved their house and their valuables.