Tom Corvin and security specialist Charlie Strickland offer tips for securing all areas of the home. Back Entrances and Windows - When installing an alarm, you'll want to place a keypad console near the back door with a contact on the door.
- A glass-break detector can detect the sound of breaking glass and can be installed in an area in close proximity to doors and windows.
- Security pins can be added to window frames to prevent easy entry by a burglar.
Front Entrances and Windows - Arming the front entrances and windows is much the same as for the back. First, install an alarm keypad console near the front entrance, with a contact sensor on the front door.
- A motion detector installed in the front foyer area is an additional element of protection should the security alarm fail.
- Finally, a glass-break detector can detect the sound of breaking glass on front windows or doors.
Downstairs/Basement Areas The following devices will provide the ultimate protection for a downstairs area with windows and door entrances. - Security alarm with keypad console and door contact sensor
- Motion detector
- Security pins on windows
- Glass break detector
Security Alarm Overview Although there is variation among different makes and models of security systems, almost all work the same way. - All the keypad consoles are wired to a central control box, usually located in a basement or closet.
- The control box contains a battery backup, phone wires and wires for a cellular backup (in case phone lines are cut).
- When armed, the alarm system has three modes: away, stay and instant. The away mode is used when the homeowner is leaving the home, and gives the homeowner a certain amount of time when entering to deactivate the alarm. The stay mode turns the motion detector off and can protect the family inside the home. The instant mode has no delay, is fully armed, highly sensitive and can trigger instantly. This mode provides the ultimate level of protection for a sleeping family inside the home.
RESOURCES :
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The Home Depot U.S.A. Inc.
Website: www.homedepot.com
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Fisher Books, LLC / Perseus Book Group
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Time Life Books
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GUESTS :
Charlie Strickland
Phone: 770-424-0030
Website: www.cstech.net
Security Expert
C & S Technologies, Inc.
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