Choosing the Right Home Security System Save time and money just by following these easy steps on how to determine your security needs before consulting with home security system companies. Keeping homes safe is not necessarily a human practice. In fact, normally in the animal kingdom territories are actively defended against outsiders or intruders by any means possible to protect younglings. Humans, on the other hand, need security to thrive and grow as a person. The practice of protecting homes is not a modern fad or phenomena. Home security systems are widely used in homes throughout the globe since the 1900’s. The technology behind home security systems has been progressively evolving along with the security threats. Keeping your home secure is not as complicated as you think. a With just good eye for details and, of course, creativity you can sleep soundly at night, knowing that your home is safe and secure. Of course, you can install your own home security system. But like all things that need customization, it would be better if it’s professionally done. In this regard, the professionals are the home security system companies. These companies are very good at what they do but the services they offer are surely pricey. This article will guide you step-by-step in determining your security needs before you look for a security systems company, so you’ll save time and money on consultations. Instructions

1) Conduct a preliminary survey of your home. Note and list down the number of doors and windows in your home and determine which ones you want to be ‘wired’, or incorporated with your home security system. Wiring your doors and windows with home alarm systems will deter unwelcome guests from attempting to come in your house. With a decent home security system, you can keep your

home secured without constantly being worried about setting the alarm off.

2) Pick possible locations for the security system’s control panel and keypads. Preferably, a good spot to place a keypad is near your front door. You may also find it very convenient to place another keypad near the bedrooms. The system’s control panel contains a variety of programs and tools that let you change settings. Meanwhile, the keypads allow you to turn your system, on or off, and physically change the settings.

3) Measure and note the distance between the doors and windows from the control panel so you’ll be aware of the length of wires you’ll need to rout your system. Always keep in mind that installing wired home security systems is very difficult to achieve unless your home is still under construction. For a wireless alarm system, you may need to determine how far the sensors need to communicate with each other. The wireless option may be perfect if you’ve just move to a new place or if you just want to secure your old, cozy home.

4) Decide whether you need a centrally-monitored security system that will be fully monitored 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For a monthly fee, your home will be ‘watched’ by a central monitoring station. A basic sensor system may be a less-expensive option. These basic systems have dialers that connect to your phone lines and dial pre-selected numbers in case your home’s security is breached.

5) Your lifestyle must be taken into consideration. Does anyone in your home get up late at night for a snack? Does the family have a large pet that hangs around the living room at night? These questions will determine the circumstances and influence the type of motion sensors you may select and where it will be installed. False alarms may also be prevented by orienting family members of the sensors’ location. Plus,

assigning members of your family to take trips to the keypad in cases of false alarms may be a good start.

6) How do I choose the right system? You can start by consulting with a renowned home security system adviser. Search the web, read classified ads, or ask friends and surely you’ll find the best in the market.

7) Pick the kind of system that can monitor all the zones in your home with just a single control panel. A zone is each window or door that is incorporated with your home security system. A standard system can control a minimum of eight zones. However, panels of some systems can be expanded and can monitor up to 32 zones. From just a single room to a huge mansion, there’s always a home security system perfect for you. You may also want to add home security cameras on those hard to reach zones. There is a wide variety of home security cameras. There are some that are out in the open to deter burglars and some that are so small to remain hidden from view.

8) Make sure that the routing of the wires for a hard-wired security system is not too long. Holes are needed to be drilled in walls where the wires should pass. If the wire apparently runs way too long for your home and a lot of holes need to be drilled, then go for a wireless system.

9) If you go for a wireless system, make sure that it can perform up to the distance of the zone farthest from the control panel.

10) Burglars are not the only ones you should keep your home away from. Security systems must also have the option of accepting fire-protection sensors, carbon monoxide sensors and combustible-gas detectors. For cold climates, pick a home security system that has anti-freeze-up low-temperature switches and water detectors. Most home security systems have panic buttons included.

11) Be sure to pick a security system that is easy to use. Be certain that you are capable of inputting codes into the keypad. A user-friendly security system must not be

complicated to use and is one that everyone in the house can learn to use quickly. You don’t want to refer to the user’s manual to input codes when your security system alarms.

12) Work and practice on the keypad. Assure other members of the household that the keypad is easy to use and let them work on it as well. Encourage everyone to share their thoughts so ultimately you’ll get the home security system that’s not only perfect for you, but for everyone else too.