Today, most everyone has possessions worth stealing which does not have anything to do with how well to do we are. Nationwide, a residential burglary occurs every ten (10) seconds; we are all potential victims.

Latest results indicate the best deterrents are actions taken through education and safeguarding property in an effort to thwart threats by intruders. A residential alarm system sounds a warning, when triggered, to family and signals even a distance away for assistance. Especially important as a personal confrontation could exist.

Although an alarm system does not ensure protection against break-in, it is a deterrent. A study of homes not detected with an alarm system indicated a break-in rate of six hundred (600) per cent greater than those alarmed.

Today, within the alarm industry, approximately one hundred (100) different methods of detecting a break-in may be found. Are all of these devices economical and practical for most? Not really.

An Alarm system for your home, like business systems, is comprised of devices installed in the perimeter such as doors and windows as well as the interior of your premises. Perimeter detection enhances personal safety triggering the alarm as entry occurs, hence early detection and warning the family. Obviously, silent alarms are not recommended for the family or home.

A proper home alarm system should sound a distinct audible signal for instrusion and a different signal for fire providing the family the type of warning instantly. Fire strikes every sixteen (16) seconds killing in excess of four thousand five hundred (4,500) people annually. Favorable evaluation is suggested with a home alarm system to add fire detection as smoke detectors are "early warning" devices and are believed to reduce chance of fire death 59%.

The transmission of an automatic alarm signal to an alarm station is also another warranted consideration. The alarm station initiates action upon receipt of the alarm transmission whether the family is home or away. Many methods of transmission are available with in the alarm industry from the economical to the more secure.

The selection of the company to provide alarm service to your family is a very important one. Referrals of friends which are satisfied with their alarm system and service is the most consistent rule and method of evaluation. Comparisons of additional costs found with corrective or preventive maintenance, responses and assistance should also be considered.

When an alarm system is considered, thoughts of the family should be reflected. Considerations should include the budget, desires and habits should blend with the family life-style. After all, anyone can do it cheaper.