How to Choose the Right Alarm System for Your Home

With so many options available, how do you choose the right alarm system?

– Type of alarm system

Home security solutions in India are diverse and entail different levels of security. These systems could be wireless, wired, monitored, unmonitored, traditional, modern, and so on. Unlike unmonitored systems, a monitored system looks after your home 24/7 and provides instant support in case of an emergency. Simultaneously, a wireless system ensures that no drilling or complex wiring is involved in setting up, and it can also be moved around or reinstalled if you shift houses. A monitored and wireless system will be the best choice for you if you need stronger security with less hassle.

– Coverage & sensors

For a good alarm system, an important feature is the presence of motion sensors that detect any kind of unauthorised entry or movement in and around the house. These sensors could be attached to entry points like doors or windows, and detect activities like motion, fires, gas leaks, smoke, etc. They can be installed across multiple points in your house, ensuring maximum coverage and a much lower possibility of incidents like threats and burglary. The more area of your house is covered, the tighter the security will be.

– Ease of use

Home security is evolving, and with it, the technology used to manufacture it. This can often lead to situations where customers have a hard time grasping new technology or understanding complex features of an alarm system. Hence, while choosing one for your home, your system should give you a good user experience by being easy to use yet effective. Factors like mobile app control, voice integration and user-friendly panels can make it much easier for customers to navigate their systems and build credibility for the brand at the same time.

– Customization

An effective alarm system is customizable to the customer’s needs. This does not mean that it can be changed continuously; it means that different systems can be paired together based on requirements like the size of the house, location, points of installation, etc. For example, a small apartment does not need the same level of setup as a large bungalow or a villa. You might only need door or window sensors for a flat, but tighter security like sirens, motion sensors, etc., for a bungalow. This also depends on the size and the members of a family. 

– After-sales support

This refers to when a customer who has invested in your security system needs help with it after the installation has been done. A good alarm system provider will give you guaranteed solutions and reassurance that you get the right assistance even after set-up. This feature is especially important for customers who require services like maintenance, repair, technical or operational guidance, and other support. It is important for the system provider to look after this for the customer, and to make their products and services trustworthy and reliable in the long run.

What should be your final choice?

At last, the best alarm system for your home should fit your lifestyle and budget. Investing in good security gives you the peace of mind no other solution can offer for you and your family. If you need a system that checks all boxes for excellent home security, DFS is your answer. 

We provide solutions with utmost expertise and care for your home’s safety- everything from installation to maintenance, 24/7 professional monitoring, sensors, access controls, and Central Monitoring Systems. Explore our range of customizable and reliable alarm systems in India today and pick a solution made only for you, because we work hard to ensure that security is one less thing on your mind.