How to choose a home security system
Choosing the right home security system isn’t a one-size-fits-all decision. There are many different systems and programs with a variety of functions and capabilities. How do you go about determining which one is right for you and your lifestyle?
Use the below points as a guide when choosing a home security system that best fits your needs.
What are your needs?
Your needs will vary depending on the level of home security you’re seeking. Whether you’re living alone, with roommates, with a spouse or with young children, your security priorities will differ. Discuss with the individuals occupying the home about what kind of safety is important and the capabilities you agree the security system needs to have.
Consider the type of system
There is a variety of different home security systems to pick from, which doesn’t necessarily make the deciding process any easier. From monitored and unmonitored, all the way to wireless and electric systems, the options are many. Not only should you consider the type of system you’re on the market for, you should also consider your place of residence and what system would work best. For example, a monitored system would work well if you wanted the police to be notified when the alarm was triggered and an unmonitored system might be favored if you wanted to bypass extra fees and just have an alarm sound in the event of a break-in.
Research the system’s capabilities
It should come as no surprise that each system type has a variety of capabilities. For example, some may include the ability to connect and link all smart devices, equipping you with video surveillance that can be monitored right from your phone. Refer back to your needs when considering which system works best for you.
Check out the pros and cons
Naturally, there will be some functions in each type of home security system that you love and some that you don’t. For example, a monitored system will set off a call to the police making them aware of an intrusion. The downside to this is the lines are located by the outdoor phone line, and these can be disabled if cut or tampered with. Another example would be with a wireless alarm system. These types of systems are easy to install, but the distance is limited and the batteries will require replacing.
Read customer testimonials
Finally, it’s never a bad idea to see what other people are saying. Customer testimonials are a powerful piece of information to reference when making a decision as important as this. Save yourself the headache by doing your research and learning about the experience others have had with the various types.
Using these guidelines when you’re on the lookout for a brand-new security system should point you in the right direction. If you’re interested in learning about more about security, check out one of our events near you.
November 27, 2017 @ 7:09 pm
I agree with you in that it is always important to look for an alarm system that can serve your family needs properly. It is important to remember that doing this can help you invest your money properly and make sure their house is properly protected. We are moving to a new house and want to find a good alarm system for it, so I’m glad I found your page.
December 26, 2017 @ 3:51 pm
I agree with you in that it is important to discuss your security needs with the people you are living with before choosing an alarm system. It is important to remember that doing this can not only help you understand everything you need to in order to properly protect your home. We are planning on doing some research and comparing several alarm companies can help you find the one that can suit you best.
February 7, 2018 @ 7:17 am
My husband and I have been wanting to get a security system, but we have no idea how to choose a system. Thank you for all the tips on how to choose a system. I really liked your tip about seeing what other people are saying about the system. I think that would be a great idea to check customer testimonials. We will have to give that a try.
February 23, 2018 @ 1:40 am
My wife and I just moved into a new home, so we are thinking about getting a security system installed for it. I like that you suggest having a professional handle the installation though.
April 16, 2018 @ 8:10 pm
I like how you mentioned that the needs of the person determine the level of security that they need. I live with my wife and kids, which is why I need to a security system that will allow me to have more areas covered and protected. My wife and I will talk about this so that we can specify which areas need protection and identify the level of security that is acceptable to us.
April 23, 2018 @ 6:32 pm
I like how you said that a security system should not sneak in hidden fees. I also like how you said that they should be able to connect to smart devices too. My husband and I are looking into a smart home automation security system that works well and protect sour family and home.
June 8, 2018 @ 8:23 am
Excellent article.
August 24, 2018 @ 6:16 pm
Checking out the pros and the cons of a system is a great idea. It is nice to know that a wireless alarm cannot be tampered with even if there are batteries to be replaced. This may be helpful for my sister to know as she looks into a security alarm.
March 18, 2019 @ 11:47 pm
Thanks for sharing these tips in how to choose home security equipment, nice job.
April 5, 2019 @ 8:57 am
I like the tip that you gave to choose a security system that has good reviews. My wife and I have been talking about finding a security system, and it would be important for us to know that we can find one that we can trust in. If we decide to get a security system, I will be sure to look for one that has positive reviews.
January 6, 2020 @ 2:44 pm
I liked that you mentioned you need to consider your needs before choosing a home security system depending on the level of security that you are seeking. My husband and I will be traveling for a couple of months, and we are looking for advice to keep our house safe while we are gone. I will let him know about your recommendations to help us choose the perfect security system for our house.
January 5, 2021 @ 9:03 am
It was mentioned that the needs of every situation is different, so it is important to ask everyone involved what their security needs are. My sister lives with two other roommates and they want to make sure they are safe from any intruders at night while they are all asleep. I will have to let them know that it would be a good idea to make a list of all their needs before they select a security system.