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The Basics Of A Wireless Home Security System
Most of today’s home security systems are wireless. If you are considering adding one to your home, it pays to understand how a wireless system works and how it differs from a wired version. This knowledge can help you make an informed decision between the two. How does a wireless home security system work? All home security systems are going to have a central control panel. Alarms go through this control panel and get routed to the monitoring service as needed. This control panel is where the homeowner can punch in access codes and manage alarm settings. In a wired home security system, all the sensors and cameras in the house are hardwired into this control panel. With a wireless home security system, the sensors send their signals via radio waves to the central control panel. Wireless sensors are placed at each entry point and at the windows. If someone opens a door or window, the wireless sensor sends an alert to the central control panel. The homeowner has a certain amount of time to enter an access code to keep the control panel from sending the alarm to the monitoring service. If no one enters an access code, the […]
Read MoreWhat Is The Average Cost Of A Wireless Home Security System?
One of the first thoughts that pop into a person’s head when thinking about wireless home security systems is, “How much is it going to cost?” There is a common misconception that a decent wireless home security system is going to cost a lot of money. The truth is that you can get a decent alarm system on just about any budget. According to an article published by U.S. News & World Report, Americans spent over $20 billion on wireless home security systems in 2011. That number is expected to top $34 billion by 2017. The reason for this growth is the increasing affordability of these systems as well as an increasing desire to have more protection. When considering the price of an alarm system, you need to look at two things: the cost of the installation and the monthly charges for monitoring. Both depend heavily on the kinds of features and upgrades you choose. Installation costs for a wireless home security system A basic wireless home security system installation charge can run as low as 70 – 100 dollars. More sophisticated wireless home security systems, with more features, can run as high as 1000 dollars for installation once everything […]
Read MoreChoosing The Best Home Alarm System For Your Budget
There is a misconception that it costs a great deal of money to have an alarm system installed in your home. However, you can get a basic home alarm system at a very affordable price. If your budget allows, you can add other options to expand your system and make it fit your lifestyle. When choosing the best home alarm system for your budget, you need to know what type of home alarm system you need as well as who can install it. Know what type of home alarm system you need The first step you need to do is figure out what you need for a home alarm system. Are you looking for something that alerts you if someone comes in the door without a code? Do you want cameras? Do you need a monitoring feature for an elderly person in the house? Do you have pets? Any home alarm system you install needs to fit your family’s lifestyle and security needs. If the product becomes inconvenient or is hard to use, the family will start by-passing it which by-passes the security it provides. If the home alarm system does not meet your security needs, it is a waste […]
Read MoreHow Do You Know A Home Security System Is Reliable?
The last thing you want to happen with a home security system is for it to fail. Someone gets into your home and the alarm doesn’t go off. You try to use the remote panic button, but no one comes. Those are the nightmare scenarios that you are trying to avoid by installing a home security system in the first place. If you are in the market for a home security system, there are certain questions you can ask the alarm company to gauge the system’s reliability. How is the home security system installed? The home security system should come with professional installation. The installer knows how each component works and how to test it to make sure it is working as expected. Plus, this professional can test the system all the way to the monitoring service to ensure signals are going through. If the alarm company sends you a box of parts and some cryptic instructions, that is not the company you want to do business with. Is the home security system wireless or does it require hardwiring? If you are installing an alarm system in an existing home, wireless is the better option. A wireless home security system […]
Read MoreHow To Compare Home Security Systems
Comparing multiple home security systems is important before making a final decision. You don’t want to be stuck with a system that does not work the way you wanted it to or a system that costs too much with a company that has a bad reputation. First, read reviews to see what actual customers think of the home security system. Also, read professional reviews, if any are available. Next, determine how many sensors the alarm company would install. Then, look for an easy-to-use keypad and check for other features. Finally, ask about warranty and look at the price. Once you have a few quotes in hand, you need to start comparing them and the alarm companies behind them. Read reviews to see what actual customers think of the home security system You want to take notice of how easy the home security system is to use and if it is effective or not. You also need to see what kinds of complaints the alarm company is receiving. If you see multiple negative reviews about poor customer service or slow response time to emergencies, that is a company you don’t want to do business with. Read professional reviews, if any are […]
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