Frequently Asked Questions about Security
Wireless Security Questions
What are the benefits of a wireless burglar alarm?
in simple terms, no cables!!!!
when installing a wire-free burglar alarm your decor is left untouched. No carpets need lifting, no floorboards being taken up. Your property will be exactly the same as it was before the installation.
Are wireless burglar alarms expensive?
With the process of technology, there is no real price difference between a wired and wire-free burglar alarm system. On larger burglar alarm systems, wire-free is often cheaper!
What/How much of the burglar alarm system can be wireless?
Everything can be wire-free with the exception of one part, the connection to the mains electricity. detectors, keypads, sounders etc are all wire-free.
Will my car alarm / mobile phone etc set the wireless alarm off?
No. Our wire-free intruder alarm systems work on a special frequency that is unique for the security industry and therefore any other devices will not cause the systems to activate.
Can i protect my outbuildings?
Yes, providing the building is within range (up to 200 meters away, subject to site inspection and signal strength testing). This allows the easy protection of garages, sheds, offices without the cost of having to get cables to them.
Can i add wireless detectors to my wired burglar alarm system?
Yes you can. By using a special wire free expander you can easily add wirefree detectors to your existing security systems.
Are wire-free burglar systems accepted by insurance companies?
YES!!!!
General Security Questions:
How much will a security survey cost me?
nothing!! no cost to you at all. All security surveys carried out, whether it be to a home or a business, no matter how big or small are completely free of charge with no obligation on any advice or quotes given.
What will a security system cost me?
There is not set answer for this. Every house, office, building is different as is the end requirements for the system. Therefore each price and security system is unique for that property.
What type of buildings do you work on?
We cover the whole range of building available, this includes homes, flats, offices, shops, industrial units, business properties, Public Properties (hospitals), rural buildings, you name it, we can secure it.
Where do you work?
The areas we work are detailed in our Work Areas page, however if you are unsure then feel free to ask if we do work in your area.
Why do false alarms happen?
there is no one answer to this question as there are many many different scenarios and answers. Generally speaking though false alarms generally occur through user error, poor equipment / old equipment / un maintained equipment and bad system design.
Will i get an reduction in my insurance?
Sometimes yes, sometimes no. Insurance companies love it when people have a security system installed at their home or business, it greatly reduces the chance of them being broken into, therefore sometimes insurance providers will give you a reduction on your monthly premiums if you have an alarm system installed and maintained by an approved installer. Many insurance companies often make it a requirement of a business to have a security system installed due to the higher risk and costs involved with business properties.
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