How To Choose The Right Home Security System
The best alarm system for your home will make your life safer and more comfortable without overbudgeting or overburdening you. Before choosing one type of home security system, ask yourself what you want to protect. Security systems don't just stop intruders from entering your home. You can also chat when your child arrives home from school or notify you when an Amazon package arrives. Which hardware package, payment plan and features are right for you depends on what you want your system to do.
There are three main types of security packages on the market today: home automation, security equipment, and environmental monitoring.
- Smart home automation
Smart technology adapts to your family's daily routines and preferences. Home automation can keep your lights on when you're out or have your dog walk while you're out.
- Security equipment
If you are concerned about issues such as intrusion, theft or vandalism, traditional home security devices such as burglar alarms, glass break detectors and outdoor cameras can help.
- Environmental monitoring
Equipment such as smoke detectors, pipe frost detectors, and leak detectors fall into this category. Families living in older homes should especially look for devices in this category.
Common Home Security Equipment and Features
Security providers tend to group devices in different ways, so it's important to keep your priorities in mind when searching for product packages. Almost any security company can use the following equipment and features:
- Video doorbell
Video intercom records who stops as you step and allows you to chat remotely via your smartphone. You can use the doorbell camera to talk to the postman, drive out lawyers, greet guests and catch thieves.
- Nanny camera
The nanny's camera monitors daycare centers, nurseries and caregivers. You can use the nanny camera to chat with a nanny or nanny, help older parents, and watch your pets while out and about.
- Camera spotlight
The spotlight camera records video and lights the surroundings when motion is detected. You can use spotlights to catch intruders, stop curious animals, lock up mean teens, and light up your way at night.
- Pendant of panic
The panic pendant is a convenient shortcut to calling emergency services. The Panic Pendant helps elderly or disabled people in emergency situations.
- Door/window sensor
The entrance sensor notifies you when a door or window is opened. Use door and window sensors to protect doorways and alert you when children enter a closed room or closet.
- Glass break sensor
A glass break detector can warn you about loud noises and broken glass. The glass break sensor activates to scare away intruders entering through the broken window.
- Motion sensor
A motion sensor can notify you when motion is detected. This will keep children and large pets away from the hazardous area. It can also alert you to someone breaking into your home.
- Smart Home Integration
Smart home integration combines security systems and smart home devices for more convenient control from one application. Smart Home Integration adds voice control to your system and creates custom automation programs to make your smart home security system run more smoothly.
- Wireless monitoring
Wireless surveillance uses wireless signals to connect devices in your home so sensors can send alerts to base stations. As a result, either a push notification is sent to the phone or a call is placed to the monitoring center. Simplify installation, move to a new home, and provide functionality in the event of a power outage with a wireless security system.
- Two-way conversation
Two-way audio technology turns your device (control panel or security camera) into an intercom where you can talk and hear. Use interactive audio to check children, get dogs off couches, talk to visitors, catch intruders, and ask security systems like ADT for help.
- Carbon monoxide detector
CO detectors will sound an alarm when carbon monoxide is detected in your home. Carbon monoxide detectors can save lives and send alerts when you're at home or on the go.
- Flood sensor
Flood sensors warn of leaks and water build-up. Use flood sensors to prevent serious water damage and identify problems with plumbing and appliances.
- Frost Detector
A frost sensor warns of sudden temperature changes. Use a frost sensor to prevent freezing of the pipe, which can cause serious problems with the pipe.
- Fire and Smoke Alarm
The fire and smoke alarm can warn of fire, smoke and extreme heat. Use a smoke detector to prevent fires in your home.
- Professional Monitoring
Professional monitoring links your security system with a specialized call center where you can reach emergency services. Professional monitoring is ideal for detecting emergencies before they escalate into disasters and providing a calming voice to help in stressful situations.
