Unraveling Misconceptions Over Home Security Systems

The best way to keep your home protected is to use a security system

. Keep in mind that burglars prefer homes that are unprotected to those that are protected for obvious reasons. In fact, did you know that a house with a security system installed is somewhere between three to four times less likely to experience a break-in?

Now, lets see if we can dispel any of the reasons you may have for leaving your house vulnerable. Here are four of the most common misconceptions about home security systems.

1. They are too expensive.

This is simply not true. Due to heavy competition and price wars between security providers, monthly rates and installation are nowadays very affordable. Some companies even offer free installation. With others you may have to pay a little more for the system, but then end up paying a lower monthly rate. If you dont want to actually purchase the system itself, there is always the option of leasing. Regardless of which option you choose, its possible to pay well under $50 per month for the worthwhile protection of a home alarm.

2. I dont need one to keep my home safe.

Wrong again. As mentioned previously, burglars are less likely to break-in to a home with an alarm system. This is particularly the case when homeowners take advantage of the security companys logo stickers and signs. These can be strategically placed in the yard and on doors and windows. The logo is an extremely effective deterrent, signifying to the potential intruder that hed be better off picking another target. Some homeowners may still say, I have insurance that will replace anything stolen. Not the point here. The goal of a home alarm is to protect the people who live inside and the irreplaceable items as well.

3. They do not work in a power outage or when the phone lines are dead.

Actually, almost all security systems can be equipped with a backup power system that goes into effect the moment the power or phones go out. With the latest advances, cellular wireless technology is used in the event that phone lines are cut. For power outages, security systems come with a backup battery. However, beware that some systems do not have these installed unless you request for it to be done.

4. They are too hard to use.

Can you memorize four numbers? By knowing your password, one can basically handle any situation with the alarm. If the alarm goes off by accident, simply put in your code and select the deactivate button. In case you cant figure out how to work the security panel of your home security system, all security companies provide 24-hour customer service. These people are already monitoring your system, so when you call they will already know how to help. In the event of a real burglary or fire or carbon monoxide, these same people from the monitoring center will give you a call to help best handle the situation.

Hopefully, it is now easy to see how these alarms are user-friendly, necessary tool for keeping your home safe.

Unraveling Misconceptions Over Home Security Systems

By: Oswald Melman

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