Home Security Improvement Options

By Bill Gibson

In a perfect world, there is no crime. Alas, we all know that we do not live in a perfect world. Given this fact, it is vital that we take certain steps to fight crime. Adding a security system to your home is one common sense step.

A home security system is a strong step towards protecting your home from criminals. That being said, it is not an excuse to drop your guard. Failing to arm the system or leaving windows or doors open is an invitation for bad results.

Security systems come in a wide variety of applications. They range from the most basic to the type of systems you see in movies. What you should select is typically defined by the neighborhood you live in and your budget.

The first system is one most are familiar with. It is a dog. A dog with some size is a great deterrent. It will bark at strangers and is very protective. Make sure to post dog warning signs to alert everyone to your security system.

After the pup prevention system, we have the alarm system that is not an alarm system. Instead, it simply appears to be. You can buy fake cameras and place them in easy to see areas. The idea is to trick the thieves.

The unmonitored home security system is a very common choice among homeowners these days. Noise is the key. When armed, any tripping of the alarm sensors results in a blaring noise that will wake the neighborhood and scare off the thief.

As you might guess, the monitored security system is the next evolution of the security system. This system makes noise and notifies a security company if it is tripped. The security company will then call you and confirm whether there is a problem. If so, they call the police.

Monitored systems are not cheap. They also have a weakness. They only work if the phone call gets through. A criminal that really wants in can just cut the phone lines. Is it going to happen often? Nope, but you need to be aware of the risk.

From this point, the various security systems available start getting pretty exotic. You can get infrared, pressurized, panic button and all manner of fascinating and expensive systems. Generally, they are overkill unless you have a specific situation that calls for them.

So, what type of security system should you buy for your home? It depends on your area. Unmonitored systems are not that expensive and usually do the job. Of course, a dog is also a good choice.

About the Author:

What is the best home security system? Bill Gibson offers his opinion at SecuritySystemStop.com.