Why you should invest in a home alarm system

Still haven’t decided if a home security system is right for you? Consider these reasons for getting one.

In North America, there are thousands of home burglaries every day.

• Many homes have no security features in place, and could become a target for criminals.
• Having a home alarm system is the simplest way to keep your family and your hard earned belongings safe.

Home alarm system are becoming more and more affordable.

• For as little as $30 per month, you can have your home wired and protected 24 hours per day.
• More advanced surveillance features will cost you more, but a basic package will include the essentials that you need.

As an added incentive, many insurance companies offer discounts to people with homes that have an alarm system.

• These discounts vary, but you could save up to 25 per cent on your bill.
• Contact your insurance provider to see what discounts you will qualify for, because your system might pay for itself.

Most home alarm systems include motion sensors, door and window sensors, and at least one home entry keypad.

• When you leave your home and arm your system, the sensors will activate.
• When someone enters your home and doesn’t have the correct security code to enter, the police will be notified and dispatched immediately.

Most security companies will also contact you to let you know there has been an incident.

If you can’t afford a security system, there are still ways you can protect your home from intruders.

Sensor lights: The most effective way to deter break ins is very affordable and simple, exterior sensor lights. Sensor lights can be found at your local hardware store and they are super easy to install.

• Thieves don’t want to be seen, and lights are one of the main things they watch out for.

Indoor lighting: Keeping a light on in your home when you’re away will also help.

Lock your house: It may sound obvious, but you should always lock your windows and doors when you leave home, and even when you’re inside.

• A surprisingly high percentage of break ins involve doors that were left unlocked.
• When you’re leaving your home for the day, take a couple seconds to make sure your home is properly locked.

Spare key: Lastly, don’t hide a spare key under the mat or the flower pot on your front porch. Thieves know about those hiding spots and it will make breaking in just as easy as an unlocked door.