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Query by Kei: What is the finest property security technique?
I just purchased a home in a “bad” neighborhood and would like to know techniques to prevent “bad” points from happening. Any house safety system well worth finding to avert such concern? What if the thief succeeded in getting what they strive to receive, am i insurred beneath the safety technique company? any opinion and suggestion?
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just put Rottweiler and German Sheperd every corner in your house. It really works!
ADT!!
Unfortunately, security systems are only good for stupid thieves. If something sets them off they call the house (or cell) to see if it’s a false alarm before sending the police. Then it takes time for the police to arrive. Buy then they are usually long gone and your being interrogated about what is missing, what was broken, do you have cameras, etc.
Truth is, if you make it difficult to sneak up to and around your house you may never ever have a problem. With or without a system, you need motion detector lights that are out of reach and cover every side of the house. You need to be in a habit of locking windows and doors. You need to have a good relationship with your neighbors to cover each others back. And, in case something does happen, you need to keep a file of your expensive things with photos, receipts and brand / model #s.
Smith & Wesson are good.
Colt also does well.
Remington is also up there.
There are others.
The problem with home security systems is that going through a third party allows a lot of critical information to be lost. The police want a description of the perpetrator so that if they see someone who fits the description, they can pick them up, sometimes on the way to your home. You really don’t have that much time to relay it to the security office, then they relay it to the police. Too much time lost. Also, while you are on 911, there is critical information and human sounds being recorded that the police need. The security company can’t pass that info to the police.
Okay, a sensor picks up a broken window or an entry alarm. They may see the broken window as an open window instead. The security company calls you to see if everything is okay. Maybe you forgot to disable the alarm – they don’t know – but they’ll give it about 2 minutes before they call. They won’t call the police until they’ve verified the situation, if possible, first. What you see on the commercials, I really don’t think is a true representation in real life scenarios.
The security company probably only covers your loss if: 1) their system failed, 2) you did set the alarm, 3) the phone line remained intact. I’ll almost guarantee that your failure to set the alarm will be the prevailing issue that prevents you collecting on your loss. The phone line issue is not their problem.
Most of the time, police don’t respond fast enough to alarms, especially if they are busy with other issues. They will respond, in time. Your best hopes are extremely secure locks and windows and a video system that shows who is breaking in and capture them for later prosecution. Warning sighs that stand out and look like they haven’t been neglected also help.
“Home security and DIY shops sell inexpensive, key-operated locks to fit most kinds of windows. You may need more than one window lock, depending on the size of the opening you need to secure. Fit window locks with keys to all downstairs windows and windows that are easy to reach – for example, those above a flat roof or near a drainpipe. Even small windows such as skylights or bathroom fanlights need locks. A thief can get through any gap that is larger than a human head. Remember to keep windows locked. Remove the keys and keep them out of sight in a safe place. Louvre windows are especially vulnerable because thieves can easily take the slats out of the frame. Glue the slats into place, and fit a special louvre lock. Better still, replace them with fixed glass…”
Read more : http://www.ultimatehandyman.co.uk/security_home_security.htm
Excellent question – and the good news is that you can use the Internet to learn a ton while shopping. When you say “best” it depends on a number of variables. It really depends on what you want your system to do – and today, what a good system can do will surprise you. For starters, the only safe systems use cellular monitoring (no phone line required, no phone line to cut!). Anything else is old news, since even an internet connection is easy to cut. Plus, the company should not charge extra for the cell radio, or add on big monthly fees for cell monitoring. The next thing is interactive services – you will be amazed what you can get today. So here is what you might look for:
1) 100% cellular monitoring – no phone line required, and none to cut!
2) Remote arm/disarm capability
3) Special apps for iPhone, Blackberry, Android
4) Email & text notifications on anything happening at home: doors opening, etc.
5) Video services – live viewing from any web connection (including phone) and motion-activated clips
6) Smart home – remote light and thermostat control
In other words, the game has changed, and the “old school” companies are way behind. And you can get a great system that you can install yourself, fully programmed and ready out of the box – that means more savings, and you can add devices at any time, and even move the system with you. When researching, I strongly recommend that you look at all the reviews you can find, and Yelp! is a good place to start. Shop hard, and don’t just focus on the big names: look for safer, smarter, simpler, and more affordable – you will be happy you did!
Hello my friend,
The best thing to do is to start with the basics.
1) Change your door locks and replace them with bump proof dead bolt locks.
2) You should have solid wood or metal doors
3) You want double locks on your windows
4) You want alarms on your windows around the back or side of the house.
5) You want a sign in your yard stating that your house is protected by an alarm system.
These 5 tips should help.
If you want more detailed information go to http://www.homesecurityandalarmsystems.com/
You would have to check with the alarm company to see if they will cover what gets stolen. Every company is a little different.
I hope this helps.
Ollie G