Home Security Alarms
At some point in time we will all hear a neighbors alarm go off either to signal intrusion or as a false alarm. People all over the world are adding home security systems to protect their home and families. It is inevitable that there may be a time when they accidentally open a door or window without thinking about the security system. Usually this is accompanied by a high pitched siren and the annoyance of neighbors.
This wonderful addition to your home security system is meant to be an irritant to intruders and is one of the best features of the system. If intruders hear an audible alert or visible alert that a home has been compromised they are aware that some of these homes are being monitored by some of the top companies across the country. This means that they no longer have 10 – 20 minutes to roam around in your home. Your home will no longer be a viable target and the intruders will quickly turn away to look for another neighborhood.
If you are considering purchasing a home security system from a security provider you will not have to consider these features. A high-decibel siren is typically built-in to the system that they will provide to you. This feature can easily be added to your existing security system and there are multiple options available to you.
Sirens are available for indoor or outdoor use. Outdoor units can be housed in a steel box or resemble a megaphone. These sirens are typically powder-coated to make them durable and weatherproof. Indoor sirens are developed in attractive styles to be integrated into your existing home décor without drawing attention to the siren.
The benefit of these sirens is their high pitched sound. The instant loud siren can started intruders causing a “flight” response. In an effort not to be caught by law enforcement officials this alert sends them scurrying to leave the premises. Sirens can come in varying degrees of audio up to 110 db of sound pressure. Tones can be steady or a yelp tone.
Although not necessary, strobe lights can be an additional deterrent. Strobe lights work in tandem with sirens to scare intruders. These lights are available in various colors. The most popular colors are red, blue, amber, green and clear. Strobe lights can be set to a bright flashing light or a constant light. Flashing lights typically flash between 60 and 80 times per minute. Often they are built with filters to protect them from radio interference or voltage spikes. Typically strobe lights are a good addition for businesses but not a necessity for residential use.
Some of the newer systems available from the nation’s top security providers are built to be wireless. Wireless sirens or strobe lights allow for an easy installation without a need to make major modifications to your home or business.
If you are looking for a home security solution for your home, do not neglect to investigate this audible alert. Check the decibel rating of the siren to ensure that you will have a security system that provides a high-pitched alert. This simple deterrent can protect your home and family.
