High levels of property crime have raised security concerns, thus pushing people to install the right home security system at their place. According to FBI’s 2009 crime statistics, 9,320,971 property crimes were reported across the nation. Of this, 23.6% were burglaries. The figures suggest the importance of purchasing the right alarm system. Factors to Consider while Choosing a Home Security SystemHome security systems offer a range of options, including monitored and unmonitored burglar alarms, and wireless and wired security systems. So, when you think of buying a security system for your home, ensure that it has the maximum features and covers the widest area. Some major factors to consider while choosing a system are: The level of security required: First, check the current level of security of your home and the desired level of security. This should be followed by a comparison of the various home security systems and selecting the one that matches your requirements. For instance, some homeowners wish to protect their houses against fire or leakage of gases. In such cases, a house security system that includes fire and smoke alarm will be the right choice.Whether you require video footage of your house: If you are frequently away from your home and would like to keep an eye on the safety of your house from anywhere, you should opt for security systems with inbuilt CCTVs. Several security systems allow you to see video coverage of your home from your mobile.Choose a home security system that can alert you as well as the local police.Again, a system that comes with a monitoring service is better than a system that is not monitored. While some monitoring systems call only some pre-selected numbers for help, in case of a break in, others call the...

According to the US Census Bureau Statistical Abstract, there were 8,811 burglary larceny and theft cases in the US in 2008 alone. These figures just make it all the more essential to get security alarm systems for the protection of your family and possessions. However, homeowners often face a dilemma when shopping for reliable security alarm systems owing to the multitude of home alarm companies available today. Security Alarm Systems: Things to Consider Here are a few things you need to consider when you are looking for security alarm systems to suit your specific requirements. Remote Monitoring or Local Alarms: Decide whether you want a remote monitoring alarm system or whether a local alarm system would do. With remote monitoring systems, whenever an alarm is tripped, apart from sounding the sirens, the security center is also alerted. These security monitoring services charge a monthly fee ranging between $30 and $50 a month. These monitoring systems generally utilize landline phones to connect to the monitoring centers, but they can also be configured to call through cellular technology in case the telephone lines are cut. Local alarms, on the other hand, will only sound an alarm alerting the people in the house. If there is no one at home, there is no one to act on the alarm. Extent of Protection: Basic alarm systems monitor perimeter doors. You could choose to integrate additional detection options, such as motion sensors monitoring windows and other vulnerable points of entry and glass break sensors, which trigger an alarm if a window is broken. Carbon monoxide sensors, smoke detectors and flooding detectors can also be integrated into security alarm systems to enhance the extent of protection. Wireless versus Hard-wired Alarm Systems: Components of security alarm systems can either be connected...

Today, technology has brought us several kinds of home security systems to depend on. Our lives are much more secure because of these alarms and detectors that let us know of unwanted activity and presence. Lets us study some of the best kinds of digital home safety solutions today – Passive Infrared Alarms These are about the most used forms of home security systems today. These detect activity with the use of motion and body heat. They sense the difference of infrared body heat in layers, with specific ‘dead zones’ in between to compare to. They are quite affordable, and found in most homes and smaller business establishments. Ultrasonic Detectors These alarm systems work by ultrasound above the audible range of humans (between 15 and 75 KHz) and work the same way bats navigate in the dark. They emit a constant vibration that reflects off fixed solid objects like walls. If a soft body comes in the path though, the sound waves are absorbed, and the sensors trigger the alarm. Glass Break Alarms Home security systems often use this form of alarm system that detects the sound of glass breaking. These detect sounds under 20 Hz (below the human ear’s range) and trigger the alarms. They are rather primitive, and can be easily avoided. However, with most break-ins being amateur, these alarms are common in many homes. Vibration (or Shaker) Mostly used outdoors, these alarms are among the most simple, yet effective home security system. An electrical circuit is made unstable with loose components. Any extra movement like seismic activity trigger of the alarm as the circuit is broken. They are often use as earthquake alarms, but can be used as burglar alarms when you are on holiday and don’t expect any visitors! Passive...

Now days, home alarm systems can be considered as an essential commodities for any home. In the last couple of years, the crime rate has increased to a great extent, making cities unsafe. Earlier, alarms were used for detecting fires, smoke, and natural calamities. Similarly, you need to have alarms for safeguarding your house from theft and robbery. There are many home alarm companies, who manufacture and sell a wide range of home security devices at an affordable rate. Before making any deal with these companies you must do a reality check. When it comes to protection of your house, you should be very careful in selecting the services. The cities are getting more unpredictable every day, and carefulness is vital. Protecting your house from unauthorized access is the most important thing that should not be neglected, as it is not only related to protecting your assets, but also your family. There are certain important factors that you should not overlook while making any deal with the home alarm companies. When going for a full scale security contact, carefully ensure the following: You should ask about the smallest details concerning the system, the monitoring fees, and the documents like certificate of guarantee and warranty. You should properly check the gadgets and their features. You should also check whether the whole set up including monitoring fees is within your budget. You should always select a product according to your home needs and not go by the looks. You should also guarantee regular monthly maintenance services for ensuring proper functioning of the entire set up. You should properly check the security kits for the necessary equipments required. Feel free to ask the retailers for their license. You should always opt for a licensed dealer. You can...

The search for top notch home alarms can be a Herculean task if you don’t know what to look out for. There have been numerous instances where people have ended up with products that didn’t live up to their advertisements and you need to avoid this scenario. The only way to do is by doing a little research on your own. If you know of a relative who has recently installed a new alarm system in their home then you just need to call him/her up and inquire about its efficiency. If they’re happy with the way its working then ask them for the contact details of the company they purchased it from. Your family and friends can give you a first hand review of various alarm systems they use on their properties and this info can guide you towards picking the best out there. If you’ve narrowed down your choices then you can go online to learn more about home alarms. Here you will get loads of information about all kind of systems. A simple search will also give you a long list of companies to choose from and this way you can find what you’re looking for in no time. While on the Internet don’t forget to read up on various kind of alarm systems that are suited for households. Once you have a little knowledge about these things you can easily pick out companies that have top of the line products to offer. The specifications and features of a product should make sense to you before you even decide to reach for your wallet. It will be a waste of money if you buy something that is inadequate for your home. Many people have realized that shopping for alarm systems is...

Whenever a discussion on the failure of the security system of the town museum that was burgled last weekend crops up, you suddenly experience extra concern for the security system of your own house. Your home and it belongings are dear to you, and form a part of the biggest investment of your life. If there is any loss or damage to your property, you will obviously find it hard to accept the blow. It is for this reason that you always make sure that your home security system is working properly and is in great shape all through the year. But have you obtained hundred percent security for your house? Will you be able to act ideally if you are away from home, and a crisis occurs? It is only to meet this requirement that security system providers have come up with centrally monitored home security solutions. How does this system work? Well to begin with, you can secure your home with some of the best alarm and detector devices. But in order to make sure that correct course of action is adopted once the alarm system is triggered you need to subject the entire system to professional supervision. There are many companies that offer 24-hour monitored security systems to home owners. These firms are in touch with a the emergency stations of police, hospital, and fire department, and call upon the services of any of these as when the time arises. So you need not even be physically present on your property, but the crisis will be taken care of. Another major service provided by monitored home security service providers, is the verification of facts. There have been many incidents of false alarms that have caused tremendous anxiety in residents of a...