Not all alarm systems are equal. Some do little more than sound a siren if the wrong code is entered at the front door, while better systems use a range of sensors and detectors to catch a burglar whichever way they get in.
As alarms have improved, so have criminals, so a basic box on the wall is rarely enough. Every Assured Security Solutions alarm is designed around the individual property, covering every corner with minimal disruption to the building and its décor. Here are the features that make the biggest difference.
Protection that reaches beyond the house
Many older alarms rely on wires, which limits protection to the main building. Modern wireless technology has an impressive range, so sheds, garages, outhouses and other detached buildings can be protected too. It also means total perimeter protection without cables running across doors and windows.
Doors, sirens and sensible access
The front door is the main point of entry, so a door contact sensor is essential. Authorised people can disarm the system with a code, fob or proximity tag, which is far more secure than a PIN that can be guessed.
If an intruder is detected, internal and external sirens sound together. The inside siren alerts anyone in the property, while the outside one draws attention and puts the burglar off.
A good alarm doesn’t only detect an intruder. It makes sure everyone nearby knows about it, so the burglar has every reason to leave.
Detectors that work with family life
An alarm that goes off every time the cat walks downstairs soon gets switched off. Pet-friendly detectors can tell the difference between your pets and an intruder, so the system keeps protecting the house to a high standard while they roam freely.
Guarding against more than burglars
A well-designed system can protect your home from other threats as well. Smoke and carbon monoxide sensors can guard against arson and accidental damage, and a flood sensor fitted at the lowest point of the property warns you of rising water.
Getting the right combination
The best protection comes from layering features to suit your property, not buying them off a shelf. If you’d like to see what that looks like for your home, take a look at our intruder alarms or get in touch and we’ll talk you through the options.
