Keeping your home safe from intruders is one of the top priorities for all home owners. It is important to get the essentials right before thinking about spending money on technological solutions. To start with make sure that you have solid doors and windows and good quality locks. Make no mistake, if the burglar wants to get into your house they will but the longer it takes for them to prise open a door or window increases the chances of them being discovered. And this game is all about playing the percentages. The next thing you must do is always use them, never leave the house with windows open or doors unlocked even if you’re only going to be away to 2 minutes.
Once the basics are in place we can think about technological solutions. This is where things can get expensive would you can get good security coverage without spending the earth. Motion sensors security lights come on when they detect movement. The detection range should search driveways and point of entry into the house. A motion sensor alarm performs a similar job except sounds an alarm instead of putting a light on. Wireless motion sensor alarm can be cunningly positioned to go off when someone comes into a front gate or approaches via the veranda steps.
Continuing up the scale home alarm systems are a good purchase and can often get you money of your insurance premiums. At the top of the range they can control sensors inside and out doors, lights and even an outdoor wireless security camera. There is no limit to the possibilities if your security system is hooked up to your home network
However, no system is full proof and the best way to deter a burglar is to make it look as if someone is home.