08th Jun 2010
The Pros and Cons Of Using A Motion Sensor Alarm
In today’s society, people are more and more cautious and are more likely to protect their home in a variety of ways. Many people have installed additional deadbolt locks on external doors, gotten dogs to keep away burglars or had home alarm monitoring installed. It can be costly to have the initial system setup and properly installed. However, being able to customize the types of monitors set up can be very helpful in alleviating people’s specific fears. For example, if someone is worried about their large picture window being an easy entry point, they can have glass break detectors installed. Many homeowners choose to have at least one motion sensor alarm installed. This is a common feature of many alarm systems and has some pros and cons.
This sensor works by detecting any motion and immediately setting off an alarm. This is great for people who are not home a lot of the time as if someone is able to get into the house without tripping the alarm, motion detectors will sense the intruder and alert the police. Many of these sensors can also be set up ignore movements of smaller things like small dogs who may live in the home.
A major con of motion sensor alarms is that they are the most common reason for false alarms. This is a major problem, as most police departments will fine a homeowner for exceeding more than one or two false alarms each year. These fines can run anywhere from seventy-five to one hundred-fifty dollars. A simple thing like a curtain flapping over an air conditioning or heating vent can be enough to set off these alarms and could cost the homeowner a substantial amount of money.
If you are considering an alarm system including motion sensors, consider the advantages and disadvantages of using these carefully before committing. The security company can also help you determine the best placement and system design.
In today’s society, people are more and more cautious and are more likely to protect their home in a variety of ways. Many people have installed additional deadbolt locks on external doors, gotten dogs to keep away burglars or had home alarm monitoring installed. It can be costly to have the initial system setup and properly installed. However, being able to customize the types of monitors set up can be very helpful in alleviating people’s specific fears. For example, if someone is worried about their large picture window being an easy entry point, they can have glass break detectors installed. Many homeowners choose to have at least one motion sensor alarm installed. This is a common feature of many alarm systems and has some pros and cons.
This sensor works by detecting any motion and immediately setting off an alarm. This is great for people who are not home a lot of the time as if someone is able to get into the house without tripping the alarm, motion detectors will sense the intruder and alert the police. Many of these sensors can also be set up ignore movements of smaller things like small dogs who may live in the home.
A major con of motion sensor alarms is that they are the most common reason for false alarms. This is a major problem, as most police departments will fine a homeowner for exceeding more than one or two false alarms each year. These fines can run anywhere from seventy-five to one hundred-fifty dollars. A simple thing like a curtain flapping over an air conditioning or heating vent can be enough to set off these alarms and could cost the homeowner a substantial amount of money.
If you are considering an alarm system including motion sensors, consider the advantages and disadvantages of using these carefully before committing. The security company can also help you determine the best placement and system design.
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