Having peace of mind helps provide a sound night's sleep. Knowing that your family, your home and your most valuable possessions are safe and secure helps provide this peace of mind.

According to statistics, homes without alarm systems are three times as likely to be broken into than those that do. The facts are in-security systems are effective in preventing loss of life and protecting property.

The advancement of security systems and the reduction of price over the years has led security to be almost as common in new homes as cable TV. Many new homeowners realize that their home is their largest investment, and the best way to protect it is to install a security system at the time of construction.

There are many types of security systems available today, and the choices can be overwhelming for the homeowner. Let our staff of professionals chose and install a system that is right for you and your home.

Basics:

A security system starts with a control panel. Usually located in a closet or a basement, the control panel contains the "brains" of the security system and essentially operates as a central computer. Various sensors connect to the control panel from locations throughout your home. If your security system is armed and the sensors detect a problem, they send signals to the control panel. The control panel automatically dials the central monitoring station, where the proper authorities are notified.

Hardwired Security System

Hardwired Security is still the most common type of security. This type of system is typically recommended for new construction. Hardwired systems usually cost less than wireless systems, but take more time to install. However, if installed during the construction phase the installation time is reduced, making wired systems the preferred choice.

Adding sensors after construction is a common decision. All of our wired security systems can be updated to work with wireless sensors — making it a Hybrid Wired/Wireless system as described below.

Wireless Security System

Wireless home security is the fastest growing section of the security market. Now anyone with an existing home or apartment can have a professional quality system without running wire through the walls. A wireless system significantly reduces the installation time and ultimately reducing the overall price. The advancement of wireless technology makes a wireless system just as safe and reliable as any hardwired system. With a wireless system, you can expand your system by adding sensors at any time with very little effort.

Wired / Wireless Hybrid Home Security

Everyone has different needs, and everyone's needs change. Thinking ahead, and being prepared for these changes is a good thing when it comes to protecting your family and personal possessions. A hybrid security system will allow you to install a hardwired system during construction and add wireless sensors later as your needs grow and change.