Home Security Alarm – Best Practices for Making Places Safe

Alarm Central Station Monitoring Hiccups

• Interview by Grant Clauser with The Wirecutter.

Podcast Time Stamps:

[01:00] — Misconceptions about home alarm system being burglar-proof.
[03:05] — Interview begins with Grant Clouser at The Wirecutter.
[03:50] — Home Security Alarm is a box with circuit boards and wires.
[06:15] — Alarm sensors monitor every window, door, and interior space.
[10:00] — Quality of alarm components can vary so beware of discounts.
[11:00] — Home security alarm systems have a high false-alarm rate.
[12:30] — Police respond to 95% false alarms. Will issue citations for abuse.
[13:50] — Hire a local good installer that offers repair and maintenance.
[17:25] — How reliable are the inexpensive wireless alarm systems?
[18:30] — How can you evaluate the quality of alarm monitoring services?
[20:45] — Home security alarm component with greatest crime deterrent.
[23:20] — Quality infra-red motion sensors allow walk-testing coverage.
[24:15] — Be an educated consumer to avoid alarm system sales fraud.

Home Security Alarm System Tips

• 60% of burglars will bypass a home with alarm signs.*
• DIY self-installed alarms have a higher false alarm rate.
• Some unsecured wireless systems can be hacked.
• Wireless DIY alarms are the best fit for small apartments.
• Beware of door-to-door alarm system salesmen.
• Many alarm salesmen are not trained as security specialists.
• Read the fine print in alarm monitoring contracts.
• Make a commitment to use your alarm system every day.
• Keep your emergency phone contact list up to date.
• The use of an alarm system will soon become a habit.
• Periodically test different door and window alarm sensors.
• Call your central station contractor and request a live sensor test.
• Teach your children how to use the home security alarm.
• Ask your alarm contractor to make a periodic system inspection.

* 2012 Alarm Industry Research and Educational Foundation Study

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