Protecting my business after-hours

Security is a major concern for homeowners. However, if you do not know what you are looking for in a security system, then you will not be able to invest in one that would be best suited to your residence's needs. One of the more popular options for homeowners is 24 hour alarm monitoring systems. If you are considering this type of security system, here are some of the features that you should consider incorporating into your system.

Mobile access to your security system

One of the greatest developments in home security systems is mobile access. With this feature, you have 24 hour access to your home through your smartphone. This is possible using wireless signals sent from your smartphone to your home security system. Some of the different aspects that you would be able to control with a mobile access feature include

• The ability to arm and disarm the security system at will.
• The ability to lock and unlock the doors in your residence remotely.
• The ability to receive real time security alerts right to your smartphone.
• The ability to know if windows or doors are open in your residence.
• The ability to review the history of your system's security events.
• The ability to view security footage of your residence from security cameras straight from your smartphone.

Security cameras for your security system

24 hour alarm notification is great for alerting you in the event that there has been a security breach at your residence. However, being inside the residence does not automatically mean you will be able to pinpoint where the security breach has happened. This is why it is important to also have cameras installed with your security system. Whether you are in the residence or away, you can be able to scope the perimeter of your residence through cameras that have been mounted at convenient vantage points. The security cameras will also enable you to always view the goings-on at your property in the event you have maintenance workers or other personnel that have access to your home while you are away. The video feed is connected to any wireless devices you may have making it easy for you to keep tabs on your residence.

Sensors for your security system

When most people think of sensors, they typically consider motion sensors that would detect intruders on the premises. However, these are not the only type of sensors that you could have incorporated into your 24 hour alarm monitoring system. Other sensors you could consider include:

• Flood sensors
• Glass break sensors
• Heat sensors
• Freeze sensors