When you move into a new home, it’s important to take precautions against burglary. The best way to do this is to invest in a good quality home security system, of which there are a few different types.
In this handy guide, we’ll go over the basics of installing a home alarm system when you move into a new house. By the time you’ve finished reading this short article, you’ll be equipped with the right knowledge to protect your home against burglars!
Types of Home Alarm Systems
There are a few different types of Home Alarm Systems, including:
- Bells Only Alarm System (Wired) – this will ring an internal and external alarm, and will shut off after 20 minutes if not deactivated internally
- Monitored Alarm System (Wired) – these systems are actively monitored by an external home security company, who will contact their security team or the emergency services if a break-in is detected
- Wireless Alarm System – these rely on the home broadband network rather than cables to send signals back and forth
- Dummy Alarm Box – works as a deterrent for burglars, as it looks like a fully functioning alarm system but does not emit any noise, nor is it able to detect break ins
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Components of a Home Alarm System
There are a few different components that can feature in any Home Alarm System:
- The master control panel – normally found on the main hub of the alarm system, this is used to control the alarm system
- Motion sensors – these detect motion near the sensor, and cause an action to take place, for example turning on cameras or lights, or setting off alarms
- Cameras – these can range from being classic CCTV-style cameras or newer technologies, such as doorbell cameras
- Glass break detectors – these detect the pitch of breaking glass and set off an alarm as a result
- Of course, cables! – in a wired system, cables are essential to ensuring connectivity throughout the system
How Are Wired Systems Installed?
Prewiring
If you’re starting from scratch and building a new property, then prewiring is the best choice for you. During the construction phase of the house, it’s a lot easier to drill holes and run cables where needed without causing too much disruption. It’s also beneficial as whoever is installing your Home Alarm System can co-ordinate with the electricians on any specific requirements that need to be met, like power or lighting connections for the alarm system.
Wiring an Existing Structure
While this is more difficult and can be expensive, you can install a wired Alarm System into an existing property, too. It’s recommended that you hire a professional electrician to do this, as it’s a complex process and can be dangerous if you don’t have a lot of experience in the area. However, there are some fairly simple do-it-yourself kits online if you’re looking for a more cost-effective option.
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