"Free" is the most commonly used marketing term and captures the interest of consumers worldwide. In most cases, however, the buyer needs to beware. In the world of home security, spending a little extra in the beginning may offer a huge payback in the event that your home is burglarized. One Buffalo home security systems company estimates that homeowners can save 20 percent or more their homeowners insurance with an alarm system certificate of installation.
The trend toward home security systems is growing. Nationally, nearly one out of three private homes is equipped with a home alarm system. Definitely effective in deterring burglaries, homes with alarm systems are far less likely to be burglarized than homes without security systems.
Technological advancements have made security systems more mainstream, as security devices are easier to operate today than they were ten years ago. Homes equipped with security systems are 5 times less likely to be burglarized than homes without systems.
As the trend toward home alarm systems grows, more and more homeowners are adding features like smoke, fire and carbon monoxide detection. Medical monitoring for the aging population is another growing trend, along with home camera systems so working parents can keep an eye on the kids while at work.
Recent technological advancements have made security systems much more user friendly. Caregivers can keep an eye on aging parents or kids left at home as home camera systems become more mainstream. Smart phone applications enable families to receive text messages or live streaming video when the kids get home from school, a handy feature for working parents.
Vacation homes and rental properties may utilize a "space protection" system. While it features a quick installation and lower cost, this type of system generally can't be utilized while the structure is occupied because the motion detectors will be tripped with movement. Unfortunately, the system only detects a burglar after he has already gained entry.
Perimeter protection systems (people and property protection) utilize contacts on all accessible points of entry. They detect a burglary before entrance is gained and are more suitable for homes with pets and kids. Installation for perimeter systems take about a day and cost between $800 and $1200 depending on the number of doors and windows.
The market for security companies is vast. During the summer months, when burglaries are at their annual peak, college kids often visit neighborhoods with offers that are truly "too good to be true," selling "free" security systems door-to-door. Homeowners should be very cautious of these students for several reasons. Many of these kids work for companies that are out of town who then "sell" your information to central monitoring companies. Stories of people who have fallen prey to these scams plague the news each summer. Trusting homeowners often find themselves locked into high monthly monitoring fees and can't get a response from the company to cancel the service (or repair the system) if something goes wrong. Basic monthly monitoring should not exceed $25/ month.
In the end, your home security and family safety is a very serious matter. Don't take chances of fall for sales gimmicks like "FREE" Home Security System. Let's face it, nothing in this world is ever free. Read the fine print. Don't get tricked into overpriced long term contracts. Decent home alarm systems are an investment in your family's safety and a smart financial move to keep the family budget intact.
The trend toward home security systems is growing. Nationally, nearly one out of three private homes is equipped with a home alarm system. Definitely effective in deterring burglaries, homes with alarm systems are far less likely to be burglarized than homes without security systems.
Technological advancements have made security systems more mainstream, as security devices are easier to operate today than they were ten years ago. Homes equipped with security systems are 5 times less likely to be burglarized than homes without systems.
As the trend toward home alarm systems grows, more and more homeowners are adding features like smoke, fire and carbon monoxide detection. Medical monitoring for the aging population is another growing trend, along with home camera systems so working parents can keep an eye on the kids while at work.
Recent technological advancements have made security systems much more user friendly. Caregivers can keep an eye on aging parents or kids left at home as home camera systems become more mainstream. Smart phone applications enable families to receive text messages or live streaming video when the kids get home from school, a handy feature for working parents.
Vacation homes and rental properties may utilize a "space protection" system. While it features a quick installation and lower cost, this type of system generally can't be utilized while the structure is occupied because the motion detectors will be tripped with movement. Unfortunately, the system only detects a burglar after he has already gained entry.
Perimeter protection systems (people and property protection) utilize contacts on all accessible points of entry. They detect a burglary before entrance is gained and are more suitable for homes with pets and kids. Installation for perimeter systems take about a day and cost between $800 and $1200 depending on the number of doors and windows.
The market for security companies is vast. During the summer months, when burglaries are at their annual peak, college kids often visit neighborhoods with offers that are truly "too good to be true," selling "free" security systems door-to-door. Homeowners should be very cautious of these students for several reasons. Many of these kids work for companies that are out of town who then "sell" your information to central monitoring companies. Stories of people who have fallen prey to these scams plague the news each summer. Trusting homeowners often find themselves locked into high monthly monitoring fees and can't get a response from the company to cancel the service (or repair the system) if something goes wrong. Basic monthly monitoring should not exceed $25/ month.
In the end, your home security and family safety is a very serious matter. Don't take chances of fall for sales gimmicks like "FREE" Home Security System. Let's face it, nothing in this world is ever free. Read the fine print. Don't get tricked into overpriced long term contracts. Decent home alarm systems are an investment in your family's safety and a smart financial move to keep the family budget intact.
About the Author:
Ken Jezioro is the founder of Shield Security Systems, Buffalo's oldest locally owned alarm company.
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