With the recent economic downturn, protecting your family and your home has never been more vital. Wireless security alarms can be an affordable--and simple--way to make sure your loved ones and possessions are secure in these tumultuous times.
If you're in the market for a wireless alarm here are a few talking points to help you know what's fact and what's fiction when buying wireless security alarms.
Myth No.1: They're Expensive
Some folks "claim" wireless alarms will bust your budget. But the truth is: from the ultra expensive models in the 300 range to the super-budget models near 50 dollars, wireless security alarms can be a seriously frugal way to keep your home from intruders.
Even more so when considering that home monitoring systems can run close to 100 dollars a month--and requiring at times contracts of two years.
If you're leaning toward the cheaper side you probably wont' have every bell and whistle; getting a wireless camera system will be difficult at that price. But for a no-frills set-up it's very doable at around 200 dollars.
Myth No.2: Installation is...Hard
No matter what kind of diy home security a person is looking at, there is always one unspoken fear looming.
How ever will I be able to install this thing? Is it difficult? (Hey...I don't even know how to program my Tivo.)
But actually installing a wireless alarm system is quite easy. With a few simple connections you're good to go. (This really applies to new homes, where you can access walls and crawlspaces.)
Note: My beloved wife set up a wireless alarm at my mother-in-law's. If she can do it, I promise...
Myth No.3: Not Good for Fido
One common critique of wireless alarms is that they are prone to being set off by pets.
While this may have been an issue 15 years ago, most wireless alarms today have pet sensors to ensure no false alarms happen. This ensures that if you're hearing an alarm it's the real thing--and you have the time to safeguard your family from someone who should not be there.