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.
Before discussing security systems, it is important to note that they only work when you are smart. Getting lazy and disabling your system because it beeps annoyingly or leaving windows open because it is hot will defeat the system.
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.
The next step up from the dog alarm is the fake alarm system. This is essentially the placement of what looks like an alarm system in obvious areas in the form of cameras and what not. Of course, they are fakes, but most criminals will not know the difference.
Our next rung up on the security system ladder is the unmonitored system. This has alarms set on all entry points to the home including windows. If these alarms are tripped, a very loud noise results. This tends to send thieves running.
The monitored system takes things a step farther. It will sound the alarm and call a security company. The company will then call you to verify if there is a problem. If so, it will call the police. If not, the system is reset and off to sleep you go.
Going with the monitored option seems obvious at first glance, but it is expensive and has a weakness. If a thief really wants in, they will just cut the phone lines. No phone lines means no calls to the security company, so be careful.
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.
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