Introduction to Home Security Monitoring
Michalis 'BIG Mike' Kotzakolios


Defined Tag: Home Security Monitoring.

Introduction

Home security monitoring is 24/7 professional surveillance offered by security companies like ADT Home Monitoring, Brinks Home Security, Keepsafer, First Alert Professional Monitoring etc. to provide emergency help. Home security monitoring services are usually provided in accompaniment with professionally installed alarm systems. For a nominal monthly subscription fee, a central monitoring center pays 24-hour attention to your safety and security concerns, and when the time comes, dispatches the appropriate security personnel to investigate the situation.

How it works

When your fire or burglar security alarm system gets tripped, you have sixty seconds to enter the bypass code (in case of a false alarm) before the alarm emits a deafening siren. Usually at this stage, the security alarm notifies the home security monitoring company, using the telephone dialer system or cellular service. This home security monitoring company calls your home to see if it is a false alarm. If the home security monitoring company cannot authenticate the code, the company notifies the appropriate authorities. This results in more timely intervention by fire, rescue or police personnel.

If you are not that keen to subscribe to professionally managed services, you can opt for self-monitored systems. In an emergency, these systems call up to four separate numbers, and then play a pre-recorded message requesting immediate assistance. However, in the longer run, professional home security monitoring proves to be more effective.

Home security monitoring service contracts usually range from two to five years, after which they can be renewed for as long as the customer requests to maintain the service. Monitoring companies install either wired or wireless security systems, but the extent of coverage within the home or outdoors is a matter for individual negotiation.

The Net

Home security monitoring can also be done independently over the Internet using specialized software. The software offers a complete protection system that alerts you to potential emergencies, wherever you are. Wireless or WiFi-enabled sensors connect to an Internet monitoring service. This system then transmits alerts via text message and email to you and your list of designated contacts if there is a threat to your home. Although much less expensive than third party home security monitoring, the main disadvantage is the lack of manned response.

Conclusion

For a petty $30 to $50 monthly monitoring charge, you can get 24-hour protection for your home and family from break-ins, fire, carbon monoxide, medical emergencies and other critical conditions.

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