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How To Make Your Home Security System Is Complete
In years past, the question of whether your home security system was complete was in
irrelevant one. Most, if not all home security companies in Miami, Fl 20 to 30 years ago
installed full protection alarm systems. There was no room left for improvement in most
cases. All of the homes points of entry were covered appropriately to prevent a burglar
from having access. Today the story is a little different. The opposite of what was true
those years past is what we are faced with today. The question we must ask today is
whether our home security systems are designed properly. With the advent of the Free
home security system offer, came the basic alarm system. While this basic alarm
system is adequate for some homes, for the majority of homes in Miami, Fl it is not.
So what exactly is it that makes for a complete home security system? How do you
know whether your existing alarm system is adequate protection for your home? Are
you and your loved ones truly safe or does your existing home security system really a
false sense of security? This article post is meant to answer these and more questions
regarding how to make sure your home security system is complete. The following
points will describe the essential components that assure your home security system is
complete.
1- Control Panel / Keypad
One of the most important things to consider when
determining if your home security system is complete
is assuring your control panel is not a self contained
unit. A self contained control panel means that the
keypad, communicator and control panel are
completely integrated. At first glance this may seem
like it is a very beneficial way of incorporating all of
these components but in fact that could be very misleading. Self contained home
security systems come with powerful features at a fraction of the cost it ordinarily is.
However, the drawback to using a self contained home security system is that you are
sacrificing protection. With a traditional control panel and keypad combination, the
control panel actually goes in a remote location such as a closet or attic space where it
is not readily accessible. This creates protection against a burglar coming in and
damaging or destroying the control panel by tearing it off the wall. In self contained
home security systems, that is precisely the problem. Because the control panel,
communicator and keypad are all integrated, the panel must be located near the front
door. This creates easy access for a burglar to come in the front door which gives you a
delayed entry time and simply rip the unit right off the wall. This is the first thing to
consider when determining if your home security system is complete.
2- Outside Siren
Another main component required to ensure your home security system is complete is
an outdoor siren. Most basic FREE home security systems today come with an inside
siren. While this is perfectly fine for an apartment or a small condo, it is not for a single
family home. One of the main reasons we get a home security system is to prevent a
burglar from actually entering our homes. With an outside siren attached to your
system, the chances of that happening are greatly reduced. Upon alarm activation an
outside siren alerts your neighbors that an intrusion is taking place. Having and outside
siren is a must for all home alarm systems.
3- Smoke Detector
No home security system is complete unless it has a monitored smoke detector
installed. This is an absolute non negotiable necessary component of any alarm system.
Over 2500 people die annually due to home fires. If these folks would have had a
monitored home security system with fire protection, many of these lives would have
been spared. Most homes today come with smoke detectors that are tied into your
house wiring in every room,so it is not necessary to install a monitored smoke detector
in every room. By installing just 2 smoke detectors in your home you greatly reduce the
chances of undetected fire to occur.
4- Glass break Sensors
The last essential component to install on your home security system is glass break
protection. Most home security representatives today will talk to you about protecting all
the doors and windows from entry but will usually fail to address the issue of a burglar
entering by shattering the glass on a window or sliding door. Most will tell you that if that
happens, the motion sensor will activate the home security system. That sounds on the
surface like a reasonable answer, however, motion sensors only work when you are
away from the home. Glass break sensors detect the shattering of glass and instantly
activate the home security system. This truly is the best way to protect your home with
full perimeter protection. With the use of contacts on all doors and windows and glass
break sensors throughout the home, you can rest assured that your home security
system is complete.
There are of course many other alarm system devices that can be added to your home
security system, but these listed will assure you have a fairly complete security system.
If you would like more information from one of our ADT Security system specialists then
simply call us today at (786)325-7867 or visit us online. One of our ADT alarm system
specialists will make an appointment to visit your home and give you a home security
survey.