If you’re considering purchasing burglar alarms to protect your family, home, and property you’re probably wondering about the different components to these alarms required or that you will need once you survey your house. Keep in mind that most burglar break-ins happen through first floor doors and/or windows so you are definitely going to want to protect those zones or areas within your home with your burglar alarms. Here are some common myths about burglar alarms to be aware of.
Myth #1: Alarms are too costly – false. You would be surprised at how inexpensive burglar alarm systems have gotten due to technological advances over past decades. Just remember that more expensive does not always mean that it is a better system than a less expensive one.
Myth #2: Burglar alarms should only be installed by professionals – false. If you are an avid DIY’er and have the necessary skills and tools, these alarms are not that difficult to install. DIY projects of this nature definitely save you money and deter any burglar activity from occurring.
Myth #3: There is a service contract and monthly payments required – false. Although commercial systems require this, it’s not always the case with residential burglar alarm systems. Never let professional installers and salespeople tell you that a maintenance contract is required with the system.
Myth #4: These will annoy your neighbors – false. In the majority of the customers we have spoken with, most of their neighbors have appreciated the fact that a burglar alarm system was installed close to their property. Additionally, if you have a good relationship with your neighbors, they will more than likely assume the role of “watchdog” whenever you are away from home overnight or vacationing.
Myth #5: Monitoring is too expensive – false. Granted, some 24-hour monitoring services will cost extra, but installing an auto-dial system which connects you directly with emergency response organizations (fire, hospital, and police) will save you money and the protection of your family, home, and property will not suffer.
Myth #6: Burglar alarms really don’t deter burglars – false. For the most part, a burglar tends to shy away from homes that are protected by an alarm system.
Myth #7: I live in a good neighborhood so I don’t need to worry about burglaries – FALSE! This is absolutely the biggest misconception of all. The more affluent the neighborhood, the higher the likelihood that a burglar will break into your home and the more you should consider installing one of these alarms.
