Sometimes it can be difficult to know exactly what intruder alarm you need for your property, which is why we’ve outlined some of the most common ones below:
Wireless Alarm System: Wireless burglar alarms utilise radio frequency signals instead of physical wiring to communicate between sensors and control systems. These alarm systems are one of the easier to install and can be highly flexible for buildings were long wires may be difficult to conceal.
Wired Burglar Alarm: A wired burglar alarm is one of the most common alarm systems installed in residential properties. If your property consists of a few rooms with limited access points, this may be the most suitable option. Instead of communicating through radio frequencies, these alarms communicate through electrical wiring.
Bells-Only Alarms: A bells-only alarm is the simplest form of intruder alarm, which, once triggered, will create a very loud alarm to alert occupants and neighbours of a potential intrusion. While this type of alarm can be effective at deterring intruders, they also rely on bystanders to alert authorities if there are no occupants present.
Monitored Intruder Alarms: Arguably one of the most comprehensive alarm systems, once triggered the system will contact relevant authorities or keyholders. Most commonly these intrusions are managed by the Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC) who manage intruder alarm notifications automatically. A benefit over other systems is that Monitored Intruder Alarms can allow for a swift response if intruders are present.
