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How Having Outdoor Security Cameras Protect Your Home

By Brian on Sunday, February 5th, 2012 | No Comments

By William Ward

You have worked hard for what you have and you really need to protect it. You would also want to protect your family and keep them safe. These are two very good reasons to install outdoor security cameras on your home and restore your peace-of-mind.

Research has shown that any security measure that can easily be seen is a definite deterrent to intending burglars. Criminals look for easy targets, and are likely to leave your home alone when they see a visible security camera on the house. Cameras have the advantage of not only helping to prevent an intruder, but also will capture the image of any thief who ignores the camera and enters the property. This makes it easier for the police to make an arrest.

Security cameras at the external doors of your house make it easy for you and your family to see who has come to the door. With cameras that are fixed on the doorway, they need only open the door to people they know, and reduce the risk of letting a criminal into the home.

Another great use for outdoor security cameras is allowing you to monitor the backyard. When the children are outside playing, you are able to be indoors continuing with your work, but are able to supervise the children at the same time.

When you go to acquire outdoor security cameras for your home, you will quickly realize that there are some decisions to be made. An outdoor camera can be a dummy camera, for deterring burglars; it can photograph the person at the door, record the image or just allow you to identify them. You can have black and white images, which are cheaper, or color, which give more detail.

There are different camera systems available for home security cameras; you need to decide between wired and wireless. Again, there is a difference in price, a wired system is more stable but a wireless system can often be placed in positions that cannot be reached by a wired camera.

A security digital video recorder will be needed if recording of the security cameras is desired. These can be in the form of a standalone unit and resemble a VCR. A DVR unlike a VCR records onto a hard drive which provides longer recording times and better quality playback. They are available with 4 to 16 camera inputs and have a variety of features with motion detection and remote viewing being the most popular. Personal computers can also be used if equipped with DVR capture cards and will have many of the same features.

The motion detection feature of the DVR allows you to record only when someone or something moves into the cameras view. You no longer need to buy special cameras since the DVR and not the camera determines if it should record. This will also reduce the amount of video that may need to be reviewed if a crime were to occur.

These are just some of the reasons why you need to consider fitting outdoor security cameras to your home. Ensuring the safety and security of your family, your house and your possessions is an important responsibility, and one that needs to be attended to properly.

About the Author: Mike Ward can help you find the right security camera at Protection Depot, a leading distributor of security cameras and accessories. For more information about security cameras, please visit Protection Depot

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Tips For Keeping Your Home Safe And Secure

By Brian on Wednesday, January 18th, 2012 | No Comments

By Gabriel Adams

Our homes are a place in which many of us feel sale. While this is true for the most part, the safety and security of your home should always be on your mind. By implementing a few of the home safety and security tips outlined below, you are likely to protect yourself, your home, and your personal belongings from harm.

Perhaps, the best home security tip to implement is the locking of all doors. Even those who live in “safe,” neighborhoods are encouraged to keep their doors locked, especially at night. In fact, did you know that your doors should be locked even when you are home? This is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your home from intruders.

In addition to door locks, window locks should also be examined. If an intruder is set on getting into your home, a window is a method of entry that they are likely to try. It is a good idea to install locks on all windows in your home; however, it is extremely important to do so on the first floor or with any easy accessible windows. With that being said, buying and installing window locks isn’t enough, as you need to be sure to use them to your advantage as a homeowner.

Another great home security tip involves keeping the entranceways to your home well lit. This includes any backdoors or secondary entrances. For the best sense of safety and security, outdoor motion lights should be used. If motion sensor lights are not an option, be sure to have all lights turned on if you will be returning home after dark. Also, make sure all outdoor light switches are easily accessible to you from both inside and outside of your home.

All homes should clearly be marked with the proper address. This is important, should you need to call on assistance from emergency response professionals. Use large, bright, and bold numbers to highlight your address on your mailbox alongside the road. In addition to a mailbox, a home should also be marked with the proper street address. This will assist with the easy response should someone in your home suffer a medical emergency or if you need to quickly report a break-in.

The above mentioned home security tips are ones that are easy and affordable to implement. However, it is also important to examine home security systems. Although home security systems can get costly, be on the lookout for any sales and discounts, as many reputable home security companies do offer them. In keeping with costs, it is important to look at home security systems as an investment, not just an average, everyday purchase. Should you ever find yourself in an emergency, a home security system can, literally, be a lifesaver.

As a reminder, even if you reside in an area that is deemed “safe,” you can never be too careful. By keeping a close eye on the news, you can easily see that crimes and other emergencies can happen anywhere and at just about any point in time. That is why you should take steps to protect your home, making it safe and secure.

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Keep Burglars Out With A Home Security System

By Brian on Monday, January 16th, 2012 | No Comments

By John Lenaghan

A home security system doesn’t just keep your home and property safe, it also provides peace of mind. Statistics show that your home is three times more likely to be broken into if you have no security system.

Basic home security systems are made up of the control pad, a motion sensor (or possible several), a few magnetic switches on doors and windows and of course an alarm. The switches and motions sensors can be either wired or wireless.

More advanced systems may include video cameras and centralized monitoring by the alarm company. Monitoring gives you an extra level of security because you’ll have trained personnel keeping track of your security system.

One of the main advantages of having a home security system is its deterrant factor. If a potential thief sees the yard sign or sticker saying that your house is protected, or if the alarm is activated while they are attempting to break in, they’ll be less likely to go through with it.

Being the lowlifes that they are, they’re more likely to look for the path of least resistance and will find a home that doesn’t have protection instead.

There are 5 major components that almost every security system should include:

1. Control Panel

This is the control system for the alarm – the “brains” behind it. This is usually installed somewhere like the basement or in a closet, as it isn’t necessary to access it very often.

2. Keypad

The keypad is normally installed somewhere relatively close to the main entrance to the house. It lets you arm and disarm the alarm, as well as control the various other components.

3. Magnetic contacts

These contacts are installed on doors and windows and will sound the alarm if the contact is broken when the alarm system is armed.

4. Sensors

Motion sensors are the most common but there are also body heat sensors available. Again, if the system is armed these sensors will sound the alarm if there is any motion (or heat) detected.

5. Alarm

This is usually a loud siren or clanger and may include flashing lights for even more attention.

About the Author: John Lenaghan writes about home security and other related topics on the Home Security Guide website. For more information visit http://www.home-security-guide.com

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Wireless Burglar Alarm System Is Easy To Operate

By Brian on Saturday, December 24th, 2011 | No Comments

By D Fraser

More and more people are using a wireless burglar alarm system to protect their homes. These systems are not connected using wires. They use radio waves sent from the various sensors to the control panel to monitor any activity in the owner’s home. These wireless systems use motion sensors along with both window and door contact to warn of intruders inside or close to the house. The alarm system is controlled by a keypad which is in the homeowner’s possession. The keypad is used to arm and disarm the system remotely.

A wireless burglar alarm system is made up from the following components:

Control Panel: This is the “brains” of the wireless system. It is generally placed out of the way in a closet or in the basement for security reasons. Its function is to receive signals sent from the sensors which have been installed around the house. When one of the sensors relays a signal to the Control Panel that something has occurred, an alarm is sounded. If the homeowner has his system monitored, in addition to sounding an alarm, the Control Panel alerts the monitoring center to summon the proper authorities.

Keypad: Exactly as its name describes, it is a device where you key in your code to either arm or disarm your alarm system. The key pad is normally placed by your main entry. As alarm systems have evolved the keypads have become much easier to use. Night time use is facilitated by screens which are illuminated. Also, to speed use in an emergency, the added feature of one-touch function keys, allows the push of a single button to arm or disarm your system.

Magnetic contacts: Simply a switch placed in close proximity to a magnet that measures any increase of the distance between itself and the magnet. They are installed on windows and doors protected by the system. When the system is activated and any increase is detected, such as the opening of a door or window, the switch sounds an alarm.

Contact sensors: These are sophisticated motion detectors, which use passive infrared light, to detect motion or the effects of body heat in an covered area. Known as PIRs for short, they are normally used when the family is absent. They are also located in areas of the home which are

little used and a human presence is not expected. When a PIR detects motion or senses body heat in the area they sound an alarm.

Home security cameras: As added protection, cameras can be installed which through a wireless signal transmits to a video monitor any movements in its coverage area. They allow for identification of both visitors and intruders.

Monitoring: An added service available to the homeowner, which monitors any signals received by the control panel in the home. Using radio waves, a central location tracks the signals generated by the security system. Once the system sounds an alarm, the monitoring service can summon emergency agencies to your home.

Remote Keys: A small device which allows for the operation of the system with out using the keypad. They can be used at a distance and perform all the functions of arming or disarming your system. They prove quite useful if you will approaching your entryway with packages or bags of

groceries. They also provide the added security of a quick entry, rather than standing at the keypad manually entering your code.

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Safety and Security – Residential Security Systems

By Brian on Tuesday, November 8th, 2011 | No Comments

By Steve DeWall

Home invasions are three times more likely for homes that are not protected by security alarms that those that are. This is from a recent study. It is no wonder that there is more than $20 billion in annual sales for the security alarm industry. Below we discuss the various components of a security system for your home.

The First Line of Defense – Entry Detection

A system of sensors on windows and doors is the first line of defense. Burglars enter through doors on the ground floor in three quarters of all home intrusions. As a first step, your basic system should protect all entry doors, front and back. To further improve security, have sensors installed on windows a burglar would likely target. Residential security system sensors are normally hard wired to the system control panel in new construction homes. For existing homes a wireless set up is the preferred connection.

The Second Line of Defense – Motion Detection

If an intruder penetrates your home without tripping your first line of defense, motion sensors step in to assist. Passive infrared sensors detect body heat and the motion of that heat. At least one motion sensor should be installed in an area or room a burglar is likely to traverse. More expensive and effective systems include sensors on each floor of the home, basement included. There are systems with motion detectors that differentiate size/mass. These pet immune systems ignore smaller sources of heat emitted by small and even medium sized dogs.

Protection from and Warning of Accidents

The second most common reason homeowners install security systems is to provide fire detection. Heat and smoke detectors sense the components of a fire and trip the alarm. This alerts the occupants and monitoring company real time. Secondarily, the fire department is notified. For those wanting protection and warning from other calamities, there are water sensors and temperature detectors. Water sensors detect excess water in an area. A ruptured supply line to the washing machine or other system may have caused this. Freeze detectors are available to signal if the house is unusually cold. This could signify that the heating system has failed and pipes are in danger of freezing. There are other sensors that alarm upon high levels of carbon monoxide or natural gas.

Controlling the Security System

Control of the system is done through the use of a keypad. This is predominantly used to arm and disarm your home security system. It should be installed in a location that is convenient but also where perpetrators will not be able to determine if the system is armed. An alphanumeric LCU screen displays the system status. This will show armed status, which sensors are active, whether is set for perimeter only, etc. Entering your personal security code disarms the system. More expensive systems provide touch screens. Options include card and proximity readers of key fobs disarm the system in a flash. Daily use of installed residential security systems is not the norm. People tend to ignore setting the alarm if it is inconvenient or a threat of not envisioned. The control panel and the attitude towards arming it must be normal and convenient!

Security Control Panel

The security control panel controls the system’s various elements. This includes keypad, audible alarm functions, sensors, and communication with the monitoring station. Underwriters Laboratories (an independent product certification company) considers those systems with a battery backup for power failures. Self-contained systems combine panel, keypad and audible alarms all in one physical unit. This system is easy to install, but a determined intruder can defeat it. Separation or the control panel from the keypad, complete with an out of sight installation is much better.

Upper end systems can be controlled and monitored by the Internet or smart phone. While away, you can verify the system armed. Similarly you can disable the residential security system to allow a friend or contractor gain entrance. Following this, you can re-enable the system. Higher end systems can be set up to provide notification of routine entries and exits. This goes as far as watching your kids come home from school on video. Some of these upper end systems allow you to vary the thermostat remotely.

Security Alarm Monitoring Service

A 24-hour monitoring service is the only way to allow your residential security system to provide you the full benefits. Upon any sensor being triggered, a good home security system signals a monitoring service, staffed continuously. This provides you protection around the clock, every day of the year. Upon alert, the monitoring service will try to contact the occupants to verify the alarm before calling police (using a password). About 98% of all alerts are false or spurious alarms. That is one reason for the phone call. The other is to get more information to help assist.

Considerations

Hard phone lines can be cut. This may notify your monitoring service of an “outage”, but it will not notify them of a problem. Getting your residential security system set up to use your cellular phone as a primary or back-up is the only way to assure you of the best protection. On the financial side, my monitoring service used to charge me monthly. I contacted them and got a large rebate by paying a year in advance.

Bottom Line

Most likely the reduction in your homeowner’s insurance annual bill upon installation of a residential security system with fire detection system will save you money. Even if you get no rate reduction from your insurance company (unlikely), you will live your day free from worries of intrusion and sleep your night soundly.

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