Security Alarms Provide a Great Sense of Safety
How safe do you feel at home or at work? Our homes are vulnerable to fire, theft, carbon monoxide poisoning and theft. Consider these facts from the FBI Crime Report:
- There are more than 2 million burglaries in the US every year.
- More than 80% of burglars say they check to see if the home has a security system.
- The majority involve some kind of forceful entry.
Getting a good security system will keep you from becoming a robbery statistic in your home. If you own a business, you have even more need for concern. According to the FBI, business owners are more likely than homeowners to be victims of violent robbery. Gas stations, convenience stores and banks are all at high risk. Don't take chances with your valuable property. A good security system will protect your investment and keep your employees and customers safe.
Business Security Alarms
Business alarm systems come in a variety of configurations. The type you use depends on the level of protection you need and your budget. At minimum, every business needs fire protection, security cameras, alarms and outdoor parking lights. These basic items will help keep your employees and customers safe. You can probably install these items yourself.
If you need more than a basic system, you are probably looking at a professionally installed system. A complete security setup protects against theft and vandalism while controlling who can enter your premises.
These systems use advanced monitoring to control access to your property. They also use LED lights instead of standard light bulbs. Why does that matter? LED lights create clear security camera footage instead of the blurred footage you get from halogen lights.The best business security solutions offer:
- Entry sensors
- Smoke detectors
- Glass break sensors
- Thermal temperature monitoring
- Vandal-proof cameras
- LED lighting
- Remote entry control
Home Security Alarms
Like business security systems, home security systems range from basic setups to complete systems that include motion sensors and security lighting. Your home security system should have an alarm that controls access and alerts law enforcement to unwanted intrusions.
Your first line of defense should be a fire detector or smoke sensor. A carbon monoxide detector is a must for every home or business. Carbon monoxide is a dangerous gas that’s odorless and colorless. A sensor can tell you if your home has dangerous levels of it.
Most home security systems allow you to create a custom setup with the features you want most. There are many options you can choose, including:
- Video verification
- Surveillance cameras
- Remote entry control
- Barred first-floor windows
- Intrusion detection for doors, windows and cabinets
- Motion-activated lighting
- Motion-activated alarms
Smart Security Alarms
You can install smart alarms that use sensors to alert you to intruders. You can also use these to know if children or pets are going into rooms where they don’t belong. For total protection, use an integrated smart system that combines all your sensors and alarms.
Businesses and residences can both benefit from smart technology. Integrating smart home elements into your security setup can alert you to trouble and help you control access to your home or business.
Contact sensors are small sensors that light up or emit sound as soon as they’re touched. To use them, place them in drawers, on windowsills and over doors. They will emit an alarm if someone opens the drawer or door. Protect valuables stored in cabinets, sheds, jewelry drawers, gun safes and more. You can also use them to keep tabs on a vacation home or another family member’s house.
A motion sensor goes off when it detects movement in your yard or in certain parts of your home. Some can detect motion from 15 feet away. You can set up the motion sensor to take a specific step. For instance, you can set it up to ring the doorbell, turn on the outdoor lights or sound an alarm when it detects motion.
