Alarm System Installation Checklist

Type of Alarm System

• Not all alarm systems are made equally; some are better than others, depending on the type of protection that is desired for protecting a property. The selection of an alarm system that provides all around protection is a wise choice. While the traditional home monitoring systems are the basic level of protection for many homeowners and businesses, you can include additional security features to increase the level of protection received from the security system. These additional features include the installation of security cameras around the perimeter of the property, the use of sensors on the doors, windows and on walkways and panic devices. To ensure that you obtain the proper level of protection, allow an alarm professional to conduct a full security check of the property to obtain an objective view on the possible security risks and the suggested solutions to ensure protection of the property.

Type of Installation

• You can install an alarm system in a number of different ways on a property. Perhaps you're familiar with traditional hardwired alarms, which are alarms connected to either a telephone or cable line. This method of hard wiring an alarm system is cheaper than other options. Likewise, you might be concerned about a burglar's ability to sever the wires, which would disable the alarm and breach security. A wireless alarm installation is also an option. Wireless alarms are a bit more expensive than their hardwired counterparts, but the lack of wires allows for more flexibility in the placement of the alarm system.

Monitoring

• Every home alarm system should have a connection to a quality monitoring system. Oftentimes the alarms and the monitoring services are packaged together. Some circumstances exist in which individuals select their own monitoring company. This is a very important part of the security package because the monitoring service is the vital link that sends assistance if there is a security breach. Make sure that the monitoring company is licensed and has many years experience providing service to customers.