With crime in almost all countries around the world in the increase, households are having to think more and more about the safety of family members and the security of the home. Knowing your neighbors and looking out for each other is a good start as is being alert at all times. One should also make use of technology for protection, there are many home security systems on the market with varying features and pricing but the basic elements of most types are similar.

First step is to determine the correct system for your needs as trying to adapt or modify an incorrectly chosen system later will lead to frustration and extra cost. Make sure you purchase a system that can handle your current and future needs.

To decide if a system will meet your needs you need to consider how many doors and windows you want the system to monitor. Also decide if you want motion sensors installed and if so where and how many. Basic systems typically monitor 8 zones and more advanced ones up to 32. Each window, door and sensor is treated as a zone by the control panel.

Speaking of control panels, the distance from the various windows, doors and sensors from the control panel must also be considered for wiring purposes. If the position of the control panel relative to the sensors results in a very long cable run it may be worth considering a wireless rather than hard-wired system, this also has the advantage of not adding a lot of unattractive cabling to your home that is often the result of systems installed into an already built house. Bear in mind though that even wireless systems have limitations due to their range. Make sure that it is not a problem for the control panel to monitor the furthermost sensor before going ahead with installation.

Regarding the control panel, make sure it is user friendly and easy to use. You really don’t want to have to be looking up complicated instructions in the manual in an emergency situation.

Another aspect to check is whether the system can accommodate extra devices like panic buttons, fire sensors, carbon monoxide sensors and water detectors

After deciding on the basic system to use the next decision will be whether to have the system monitored or unmonitored. Although a monitored system will add to the installation cost and incur a monthly charge you basically have a control center watching over your home twenty four hours a day seven days a week. This is a great addition to your personal safety and the protection of your possessions, especially when you are asleep or on vacation for.

With so much choice in the home security systems available on the market, you will be able to find one that meets both your needs and budget. Do your homework and ask questions of suppliers and the system you choose will be an asset in your home as well as providing security and peace of mind.

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