Alarm installation services in Leeds

Studies have shown that when a property is protected by a well-maintained and professionally installed security system, it is much less likely to be broken into. Choosing the best security system for your home can be a little daunting so in this article I’ll aim to cover the different alarm systems available.

Selecting the most appropriate system for your home depends on a range of factors, including where you live, your budget, the level of protection you need and the layout of your house. One of the first considerations is preferences as to what will happen when your alarm sounds. The reason for this is that the simpler, bell-only systems just make a noise when activated, whilst alarms with built-in speech diallers will automatically contact either you or a nominated friend or neighbour. It also possible to purchase monitoring contacts: alarms that are covered by a monitoring contract will automatically call the police when the alarm is triggered.

Unsurprisingly the cost between different alarm systems can vary hugely so it really is worth shopping around and getting several quotes from reputable alarm installers to find the best deal.

Alarm systems fall into two main categories: wireless or wired burglar alarms. Wireless alarms are often easier to install and because they don’t have any fixed wires, can be taken with you if you move house. Wireless alarms use battery-powered sensors which are linked by radio signals to a central control panel. Although wireless alarms can be cheaper to install, the actual systems are often more expensive than the wired equivalents. Wired alarm systems need to be installed by a home security professional because the wires need to be hidden which leads to additional labour costs.

A bell-only or audible alarm is designed to make a loud noise when triggered, with the intention of alerting someone in the area to scare away the intruder. Alarms of this type don’t have the capability to alert the police or a contact and so don’t provide any guarantee that action will be taken. Bell-only burglar alarms better suited to some neighbourhoods than others and this is worth taking into consideration when choosing an alarm system. If you are friendly with your neighbours and live in an active area with lots of people about, this type of alarm can prove a cost effective option. However if your home is in a remote spot, bell-only alarms are best avoided.

Whichever type of system you choose, it is best to have your alarm installed by a specialist alarm company. Professional alarm installers are experts in the best types of alarms for different properties and areas; provided you choose a reputable company – recommendations from friends and neighbours can prove useful – they should offer sound, impartial advice. Don’t forget that once your alarm system has been installed, it will require annual checks and maintenance so it’s important to ask about the additional cost of this.

Here at Dalec we are a team of professional security alarm installers. To find out more about the most suitable type of burglar alarm system for your property, why not get in touch with us today?