Why do you need monitored alarm systems? The right authorities can be notified and dispatched if a break-in occurs and this is the whole point of having a monitored security system. You will have protection for your home or business 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This gives peace of mind knowing that your home or business is protected. You also have the use of the three panic buttons (police, fire & medical). Furthermore, if you have a monitored alarm system, then you can save up to 20% off your home insurance.
Find out if the security system is easy to use A security system is very easy to use; the installer will provide basic training on the system after installation. A security system will usually include a complete manual that will provide further information about the security system. A 14-day orientation program is offered in some companies. There will be no dispatch until the 14-day period is over if you are to attend the orientation program. Also the customer care department from you installer will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.
Find out if the system is wireless or hard-wired It is possible to get both hardwired and wireless equipment. It all depends on the location you are on. It would be possible to install a wireless system in a residential setting where the basement is finished and there is no access to the ceiling. But you would need to install the hardwired system if there is access to the basement. Because every home is different, the security consultants are trained to be able to present you with the most suitable system and design for your needs and your location.
Is it possible to use my system only when no one is home? Designed in many ways to suit your way of life is a security system. You can also pick from various levels of protection. For example, if you are not home, then all the motion sensors and contacts can be activated. And if you are at home you can choose which zones are activated. Smoke detectors and other such peripherals should be activated regardless if the system is armed or disarmed. Your security consultant will be able to help you in designing a system that would fit your needs and everyday life.
What happens if the burglar cuts my phone line? To send a signal to the monitoring station, monitored alarm systems generally use the phone line. If the line is cut no one knows there is a break-in. However, the siren will still be audible. If you want to have equipment that can handle the case where your phone line is cut, that is possible. Your security consultant can advise you the best course of action.
Find out if the security system is easy to use A security system is very easy to use; the installer will provide basic training on the system after installation. A security system will usually include a complete manual that will provide further information about the security system. A 14-day orientation program is offered in some companies. There will be no dispatch until the 14-day period is over if you are to attend the orientation program. Also the customer care department from you installer will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.
Find out if the system is wireless or hard-wired It is possible to get both hardwired and wireless equipment. It all depends on the location you are on. It would be possible to install a wireless system in a residential setting where the basement is finished and there is no access to the ceiling. But you would need to install the hardwired system if there is access to the basement. Because every home is different, the security consultants are trained to be able to present you with the most suitable system and design for your needs and your location.
Is it possible to use my system only when no one is home? Designed in many ways to suit your way of life is a security system. You can also pick from various levels of protection. For example, if you are not home, then all the motion sensors and contacts can be activated. And if you are at home you can choose which zones are activated. Smoke detectors and other such peripherals should be activated regardless if the system is armed or disarmed. Your security consultant will be able to help you in designing a system that would fit your needs and everyday life.
What happens if the burglar cuts my phone line? To send a signal to the monitoring station, monitored alarm systems generally use the phone line. If the line is cut no one knows there is a break-in. However, the siren will still be audible. If you want to have equipment that can handle the case where your phone line is cut, that is possible. Your security consultant can advise you the best course of action.