House Alarms
You may not have been burgled yet but you may be thinking of getting an alarm for your home. Do you really need to go to the expense of installing an alarm? Should you have the alarm system monitored? Are they really a deterrent for any would be burglars?
Why should I install a house alarm?
- They are a visible deterrent
- Provides peace of mind to the homeowner
- Can lower home insurance costs
- There are a number of different option available
Why you may not want to install a house alarm?
- Nuisance factor
- They can be expensive
- People / neighbours can ignore alarms
- Many people don’t bother setting their alarms!
There are a number of different systems available and it can be confusing to decide what type of system would suit your needs.
- Dummy System – this is where you install a dummy box. These boxes may have flashing lights etc as well as a company logo however they do not do anything else. They are a low cost option with no ongoing maintenance required. They provide a visual deterrent for any would be burglar and hopefully it will be enough for them to move onto the next property.
- Standalone alarm system –
- Monitored alarm system
- Remote monitoring – via a smartphone app. With these you can
We believe that in order to keep your home as safe as possible you should have an alarm alongside good quality locks. This will provide you with the best level of protection for you and your family.
- Make a comprehensive list of all of your valuable goods
- Back up all your digital photos on the cloud – that way if your computer etc is stolen you won’t have lost all of your precious photographs / documents etc
- Consult with your local law enforcement department / police community liaison officer – they may provide a free survey of your home. They will point out any potential security deficiencies in your home.
- There are a number of low cost security measures that you can implement in your home.
Carbon monoxide detectors
Carbon monoxide is a deadly silent killer. It is undetectable to the human senses. In order to detect the presence of carbon monoxide we have to have an alarm installed. These alarms detect if there are any leaks within the property and will sound an alarm warning you of the danger.
What Should I do if the alarm goes off?
Leave the property. Open the windows.
Fire alarms
Locks
A good quality lock can make all the difference to the protection of your home. What should you look for when purchasing locks? Shoukd you get a professional installer or is it something that you will be comfortable doing yourself as a DIY project?
Front door locks
Window locks
Are dogs really a deterrent for burglars?
In the eyes of a potential burglar dogs are unpredictable. They don’t know if the dog is docile and friendly or potentially vicious if a stranger enters onto their territory.
Dogs are undoubtedly a life long commitment. They most certainly aren’t something to be taken lightly as they will require love and care for the duration of their lives. They are also good fun and fantastically loyal companions. The whole dynamic of ahousehold can change with the introduction of a dog as a pet into the family home.
Security Poll
What items are most important to you in keeping your home safe?
Alarm, monthly cost, customer service, ease of installation, response times, flexibility, warranties & guarantees of equipment
