Home Security Systems
Technology is constantly reinventing itself, and we have a huge plethora of choices when it comes to choosing the best home security systems. With new technology kicking in, conventional security systems are slowly being replaced with electronic surveillance systems and gadgets. Also with the lifestyle of an average consumer changing and purchasing power increasing, it is equally important that we rethink about better and advanced security systems to safeguard our assets.
Choosing the best home security systems:
Just like any other product that you would want to purchase for your home, a home security system should ideally be decided by your purchasing power. It’s a common myth that expensive products or well-known brands offer exceptional value for money, but sadly it’s not always true. Don’t blindly go by salesmen’s promises or marketing tactics. Before choosing a home security system make sure you have already done the necessary research and groundwork. It pays to do a little research both online and offline before going ahead investing in this. In addition, also try to get quotes from different vendors supporting different brands, and consult with friends so that you arrive at making an informed decision.
Different Security systems:
Security systems could be as simple as a video monitor door ringing bell and could go as complex as a high-tech storage vault being used at financial establishments. Here are the common security systems preferred by consumers include the below:
Video monitors or Surveillance cameras: Also known as closed-circuit TV systems, these are being increasingly used at many individual homes and apartments and are preferred by most of the consumers. Usually placed at strategic locations, the camera captures movement at entry and exit points.
Siren Control units: These units comes with a central unit for control along with a backup battery, and a keypad and sounds a siren during a breach or unauthorized entry
Motion Detectors: These types of security systems detect changes in a room by sensing human presence and works on the principle of change in room temperature, pattern disturbances. Other variations of detectors could detect fire, smoke or broken glass
Circuit-based Security Systems: In this types, the magnetic window and door contacts connect to form a circuit, and triggers an alarm when the circuit gets disrupted (when a door or window is opened)
Pressure Mats: These mats are concealed under doormats or rugs, and are placed at near doors to detect movement of unauthorized entry/exits.
Installation of Security systems: After choosing the right model that suits both your home and budget, the next step is to install the system in the proper way. There are two types of installations, DIY model or vendor installation. DIY model requires that you install the product with the help of a user manual, and this method is preferable for installing simple security system such as pressure mats or magnetic door circuit systems. However, if you are planning to do DIY model for complex systems such as motion detectors, it would be best to seek expert help for installation. If the manufacturer offers an installation package that comes as a combo offer with the product purchase, then go for it. It is always best for an expert to work given that the installation requires a high level of precision and technical know-how.
The last and important aspect in choosing the best home security systems is its monitoring module. It’s highly recommended to have a monitoring system in place if you are going for complex security systems such as motion sensors. In the event of a security breach, monitoring systems are the ones that communicate the alerts to intended recipients using different channels such as SMS, landline/mobile phone call. These days, advanced models are available that offer a 24/7 monitoring facility using which you could monitor using your smartphone anywhere anytime.