Security Systems

Whether you are building new, renovating or need to install a security system in an existing premise it is wise to install the correct cables at the time and also allow for future purposes.  Although your initial budget may not allow the purchase of all the systems of choice, cabling for every option is a must. This can save money and a great deal of hassle compared to doing it as an afterthought. Always involve professionals at the earliest possible stage.

Important considerations:

• Intruder detection: Location of main control to allow for future cables to be added easily if possible, and where difficult (flat roof/double story) then add extra cabling to allow for any future additions.  Invest in high quality detectors and ensure correct choice of detector for the environment it is intended. There are many different detectors that cater for pets, harsh environments or Anti Cloaking for high security areas. Also the cabling can be run in computer cable (Cat 5) to allow for future use of IP or standard cameras.
• Fire detection: By having smoke detection on your security system it will alert neighbours by operating the outside siren and can also notify monitoring station or people by phone, email or text message. This provides you and your property far greater protection and faster help than a battery operated device just beeping inside.  Installing many detectors throughout your place including ceiling spaces and basements will give you earlier detection and greater protection. The Inside siren will wake you up if a fire is detected at the other end of your home.
• Phone and Internet Connections to allow communication options.
• Outside sensors e.g. Driveway beams to alert you when visitors enter your property.
• Video Door phones to open front door and Auto gate.
• CCTV: Recording who enters your property can be a huge deterrent to criminals
• Who is going to monitor the Alarm? If you are going to self-monitor you will need to choose the correct systems to allow this.  Rather than just having an audible alarm, it is better to use today’s technology to alert you by sending scene photos, text message or to allow viewing and storage of video.
• Garage door to open from Alarm remotes
• Indication light in garage to show status of alarm for entry/ exit
• Automatic Gate: Think about installing buttons to open/close gate at convenient locations.
• Access Control: Before ordering door furniture make sure these  suit the system used, today battery operated access controls are also available e.g. fingerprint locks.
• Key Pad Locations should be chosen for convenience of use.

Editorial supplied by True Sense of Security