Intruder Alarm System
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It's a bad economy and millions are out of work. Some people are turning to crime. An intruder alarm in every home would keep families safe from home invasion and robbery. There is just no denying that alarms scare criminals away. Installing an intruder alarm in your home might be the one thing that will keep you safe.
An intruder alarm will alert you, your neighbors and, possibly, the police if someone tries to enter your home. Whether your home is a single family dwelling, a duplex, an apartment or a condo, there is an intruder alarm that is right for you. Intruder alarms can be purchased and installed in as little as a single day. And you can purchase many types of intruder alarms and install them yourself.
Who Should Have an Intruder Alarm?
Anyone who is concerned about danger from an intruder should have some type of intruder alarm. Some groups of people are more vulnerable to criminals than others. As much as we hate to admit it, the elderly, the disabled, and women living alone are often targets of criminals. Homes of people who travel regularly can also be targets. Whether or not it is appropriate, these groups of people are often considered unable to defend themselves or their property.
Any home can be a target for any of a number of reasons. Unless you live in an unusually safe area, you will probably sleep better and your family will probably feel safer with an intruder alarm. The first step in protecting your family and your home is to understand how vulnerable you are. By consulting with a home security professional, you can get a very accurate assessment of your need for intruder alarms.
Consider Your Vulnerability
It is important to know how vulnerable you and your family are before investing in an intruder alarm. Here are some of the things to consider:
-- Do you leave your doors unlocked? How about in the day time?
-- Are your windows unlocked?
-- Is there a wooded area or other good hiding place adjoining your property?
-- There is no light on some of your doors and windows at night
-- Do you often come home with packages, computers, etc. in your hands?
-- Do you walk from the street, driveway, carport or garage to the door?
-- Is there shrubbery near back or side doors?
-- Nobody would hear you if you screamed
-- Do you have doors that are particularly vulnerable?
-- Could someone follow you home?
-- Do you keep large amounts of cash or other valuables at home?
-- You routinely carry a lot of cash
Types of Intruder Alarms
It doesn't matter whether you live in a house, an apartment, a condo or on a farm, there is an intruder alarm that is right for your needs and your particular home.
If you live in a unit (apartment or condo) in a large building, you probably need to focus on an intruder alarm for the main door. If you live on one of the first two or three floors, you might also need to think about a patio or balcony door and windows. You might want to look for a portable or an electronic intruder alarm. These are easy to install and can be taken with you from one place to another or just left behind. Your main need from the intruder alarm is lots of noise, enough to rouse your neighbors or the security guards.
Living in a duplex or a single family home has different intruder alarm requirements. You will probably want to look into an intruder alarm system that integrates several kinds of alarms. First, you will want intruder alarms on doors that will sound when the door is opened. Second, you will want intruder alarms on windows which sound when the window is opened. The third type of intruder alarm you will want is glass-break alarms. These devices respond to the sound of a window or door glass being broken. These intruder alarms are especially important if you have windows that are difficult to alarm or several largely glass doors. Fourth, you might want to add a motion detecting intruder alarm that will alert you if someone is moving around in the house.
Intruder alarms are best connected to either monitoring companies or to the police department. This way you know help is on the way if your intruder alarm goes off. Your alarm system probably also will have a panic button you can use if necessary.
Whether you are a member of a particularly vulnerable group or you just want to know that your family is safe, intruder alarms can be a very good idea. Just evaluate your level of need before you make a purchase. Then, we suggest consulting a home security specialist. Then you can purchase the intruder alarms that make the most sense for your needs, your budget, and your safety.
Todd Cavanaugh owns Protech Security Systems. His company has installed intruder alarm systems for the last decade. Protech specializes in pre-wired and wireless monitored security systems, 24-hour surveillance cameras, access control systems and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Protech is among the intruder alarm Tucson companies recognized by the BBB as an Accredited Member.
