Benefits Of Installing Home Security Systems

Generally people install a home alarm system to give them peace of mind while protecting their family and home from intruders. Homeowners often don’t realize that installing a home security system can actually help them save money, which is why I’ve come up with the top five reasons you should install a home security alarm system.

Install An Alarm System & Lower Your Homeowners Insurance

Generally, most home alarm companies will issue a certificate to the homeowner upon installation and activation of their home security system. This is important because the homeowner can then forward a copy of this certificate to their homeowners insurance company which will result in a 15% to 20% discount on your homeowners insurance premiums. I love showing people the difference you pay in insurance premiums with a home security system and without one. If you would like, take a look for yourself. Get a free homeowners insurance quote and compare the difference in premiums.

Home Alarm Systems Are Cost Effective

Home security systems generally cost about $1.00 a day. I would say that’s a small price to pay for piece of mind, safety from violent intruders, Carbon Monoxide detection, and offsite calls to first responders in case of house fire or medical emergency. If you want to also factor in the 15% to 20% your going to save annually on homeowners insurance premiums, that $1.00 a day is going to look more like .25 cents per day.

A Home Alarm Can Increase Your Homes Value

Having a professionally installed home alarm system is a HUGE value when buying or selling a home. Buyers love walking into a home and knowing that an alarm system is already installed and ready to go. If the new homeowners (potential buyers) want to install their own alarm system, you (the seller) can always cancel your service or simply transfer your service to your new address. It really is that easy!

Energy Management Control Through Your Home Alarm System

21st Century home security systems are built with technology in mind. Take ADT for instance, they have a home security system (ADT Pulse™) that has integrated technology that allows for remote access. You can control your lights, heating and air (remote climate control), and even have the ability to enable remote video monitoring from a lap top or smart phone.

Alarm Systems Are Simple To Install

Most home security systems are extremely easy to install, there is minimal drilling and electrical work that must be done. Most alarm systems are battery operated which prevents potential thieves from being able to cut or splice the wire to gain uninterrupted access into your home. What’s better than an easy to install, wireless, remotely accessible home security system that can move when you do?