Expert Answers to Your Wireless & Wired Alarm System Questions

For years, we’ve been helping customers with their wireless alarm systems and wired alarm systems needs. Below are answers to common questions about home security systems and commercial security systems. If you have a question not covered here, please contact us through our contact page for expert advice on your burglar alarm installation or security lighting installation needs.

Can I have a house alarm that is not monitored?

Unmonitored Home Alarm Systems: Affordable Local Security

How They Work:

An unmonitored home alarm system provides local security alerts. When triggered by sensors (door/window, motion), it activates a loud siren or alarm within your home. Unlike monitored alarm systems, these do not connect to a third-party monitoring centre. However, some offer smartphone alerts.

Key Features:

Local Siren/Alarm: Deters intruders with a loud audible alarm.
Sensor Triggers: Includes door/window and motion detectors.
Smartphone Alerts (Optional): Sends notifications to your phone.

Pros:

Cost-Effective: Lower upfront costs and no monthly fees.
Privacy: No third-party monitoring.
Direct Control: Homeowner has complete system control.

Cons:

No Professional Response: No security company response to alarms.
Reliance on Others: Relies on neighbours or self when away.
Potential for Missed Alerts: Smartphone alerts may be missed.

Summary:

Unmonitored house alarms are a budget-friendly local security option. They effectively deter intruders but require homeowner response. When choosing a home alarm system, compare monitored vs. unmonitored systems to find the best fit for your needs.

How long will it take to install my alarm?

Professional Home Alarm System Installation: Timeframes & Factors”

“Wondering how long it takes to install a home alarm system? The installation time can vary significantly based on several factors. At Northern Security Installations Ltd., we aim for efficient and reliable installation, minimizing disruption to your daily life.

Factors Affecting Installation Time:

Wireless vs. Wired Systems:

Wireless alarm system installation in the Manchester and Tameside areas is typically much faster, often completed within a few hours.
Wired alarm systems require more extensive cabling, increasing installation time, sometimes to a full day or more, especially in larger properties.

Property Size: A small apartment takes considerably less time than a large, multi-story house.
System Complexity: Systems with numerous sensors, cameras, and advanced features require more installation time.
Professional vs. DIY: Our professional security company installers complete installations efficiently. DIY alarm system installations can take significantly longer and lead to future problems.
Pre-existing Wiring: Properties with pre-existing wiring can reduce wired system installation time.

General Installation Timeframes:

Wireless Systems: Expect a standard wireless home alarm system installation to take a few hours to a single day.
Wired Systems: Installation can range from a few hours to multiple days, depending on property size and system complexity.

Key Considerations:

For an accurate installation time estimate, schedule a free consultation with Northern Security Installations Ltd.
Our experienced team conducts a thorough site survey to assess your property and provide a precise estimate.

Choose Northern Security Installations Ltd. for expert burglar alarm system installation and peace of mind. Contact us today!

Can I add extra sensors to my alarm package?

Enhance Your Home & Business Security: Expert Sensor Additions in Manchester & Tameside

Maximize your home security systems or commercial security systems with strategically placed extra sensors. At Northern Security Installations Ltd., we specialize in professional burglar alarm system installation and security sensor installation, and understand the importance of comprehensive protection, especially in the Manchester and Tameside areas.

Why Invest in Additional Security Sensors?

Expanded Property Coverage: Extra sensors significantly increase the area protected by your alarm systems, crucial for larger properties or multiple entry points.
Layered Security Defence: More sensors create a robust, layered security approach, making it significantly harder for potential intruders to bypass your wireless alarm systems or wired alarm systems.
Tailored Security Solutions: We customize sensor placement to address specific vulnerabilities in your home or business, ensuring optimal protection.

Types of Security Sensors We Professionally Install:

Wireless Door/Window Contacts: Detect unauthorized entry through doors and windows wirelessly.
Motion Detectors: Detect movement within designated areas, enhancing intruder detection.
Glass Break Sensors: Detect the sound of breaking glass, critical for perimeter security.
Vibration Sensors: Detect vibrations from attempted break-ins, adding an extra layer of protection.
Smoke/Fire Detectors: Provide early warning of fire or smoke, crucial for safety.
Carbon Monoxide Detectors: Detect dangerous CO levels, safeguarding against gas leaks.
Water Sensors: Detect leaks or flooding, protecting against water damage.

Key Considerations for Professional Sensor Installation:

System Compatibility: We ensure seamless compatibility with your existing security systems.
Strategic Sensor Placement: Our experts provide professional placement advice for maximum effectiveness.
Professional Wiring Services: We handle all wiring complexities for wired security systems.
Cost-Effective Security Upgrades: We offer competitive pricing on sensors and professional installation.

Summary:

Adding additional sensors is a great way to increase the security of your home or business. Northern Security Installations Ltd. can provide expert advice and professional installation of wireless alarm systems, wired alarm systems, and associated sensors.

Contact Northern Security Installations Ltd. today for a free consultation and enhance your home or business security. Call us now on 0800 197 0353.

How soon can you install my burglar alarm?

Ideally within seven days; however we can consider a fast track installation in emergency circumstances.

Would I be able to set my burglar alarm at night?

Absolutely! Yes, you can and we highly recommend it. Most modern burglar alarm systems, including those we install, are designed with a special “stay” or “night” mode specifically for this purpose. This mode allows you to arm perimeter sensors, like those on doors and windows, while disarming interior motion detectors. This means you can sleep soundly knowing your home’s entry points are secured, without triggering the alarm when you move around inside.

Many of our systems also offer zone control, allowing you to arm specific areas of your home. For example, you might arm the downstairs perimeter while leaving the upstairs disarmed.

Setting your alarm at night provides an extra layer of protection against potential intruders, giving you peace of mind while you sleep. We encourage all our customers to utilize this feature for enhanced security. If you have any questions about setting your alarm for nighttime use, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Would Intruder Alarm work with my Pets?

with careful system design and professional installation, intruder alarms have been installed in thousands of homes with Pets with positive results. We also offer Pet friendly sensors for limited number and size of pets.

Do you offer any guarantee on the alarm system?

Absolutely. We understand the importance of peace of mind when it comes to your home security. That’s why we offer a one-year guarantee on all non-Risco equipment, covering parts and labor. For our Risco UK products, you’ll benefit from a five-year warranty on Risco parts, which requires an active annual service contract.

It’s also worth noting that many insurance companies now specify that your alarm system must be under an annual service contract to maintain valid coverage. This is because regular servicing ensures your system is functioning correctly and reliably, reducing the risk of claims.

Therefore, an annual service contract not only protects your warranty but can also be essential for your home insurance.

Would my wireless internet connection interfere with the wireless alarm?

In most cases, no, your wireless internet connection should not interfere with your wireless alarm system. Modern wireless alarm systems are designed to operate on frequencies that are separate from typical Wi-Fi frequencies (2.4GHz and 5GHz).

Here’s why:

Different Frequencies: Wireless alarms often use frequencies in the 868MHz range, which are specifically allocated for security devices. These frequencies are less congested and less prone to interference from Wi-Fi.
Signal Strength and Robustness: Reputable wireless alarm systems are designed with robust signal strength and interference mitigation technologies to ensure reliable communication.
Dedicated Channels: Many systems also use dedicated channels within their frequency range to minimize the risk of interference.

However, it’s important to note:

While rare, extreme cases of very strong interference from other electronic devices could potentially cause issues. This is why it is very important to use a reputable alarm system.
Our professional installation team will conduct thorough testing to ensure your alarm system operates reliably in your specific environment.

Therefore, you can generally have confidence that your wireless internet connection will not interfere with your wireless alarm system. We use reputable wireless systems that have been designed to avoid interference. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us

Security Tips

here are a few tips to help keep you and your property safe.

Burglar Alarms

Visible burglar alarms deter intruders. For reliable home security systems and commercial security systems, professional installation is key. We comply with BS4737 standards, ensuring optimal performance for wireless alarm systems and wired alarm systems. Avoid DIY systems; improper setup causes malfunctions. Choose an approved security company like us for expert burglar alarm installation Manchester and peace of mind.

Secure All Doors for Enhanced Home Security:

Install five-lever mortise deadlocks on front and back doors, and use them consistently. For enhanced home security systems, also add alarm contacts for doors and vibration detectors for doors. Fit all exterior doors with top and bottom bolts for added security and consider professional door security installation.

Windows

Enhance Window Security: Install key-operated window locks on all downstairs and accessible upstairs windows. For added protection, consider vibration detectors for windows and window contacts. Prioritize back windows for home security; they’re a common entry point. For professional window security installation, contact us.

Security Lighting Tips for Your Home:

Good lighting is a proven deterrent for potential intruders. Consider installing external security lights with infrared sensors; they activate upon movement, enhancing your property’s safety. For professional security lighting solutions and installations in the Manchester and Tameside area, Northern Security installations Ltd can provide expert advice and installation.

Protecting Your Home: Home & Away with Advanced Security:

Don’t tempt burglars by leaving valuables visible. Avoid posting about your absence on social media or leaving signs of an empty home. Investing in an affordable, good-quality safe is a smart security measure. For comprehensive protection, consider our wireless smart alarms and wired home security systems. We offer professional installation to ensure your home is fully protected.

Enhanced Home Safety: Wireless Fire & CO Detection:

In addition to security alarms, consider comprehensive fire safety. We install wireless smoke detectors, wireless carbon monoxide detectors, and wireless heat detectors to detect smoke, gas leaks, and excessive heat, providing crucial early warnings for your family’s safety.

Personal Attack

For personal safety and peace of mind; consider a stand alone panic attack alarm or an intruder alarm with panic attack facility. It is useful to summon help or response when you are attacked or feel threatened by an intruder or a stranger in your home.

Home Insurance & Wireless Alarm Maintenance:

A reliable wireless smart intruder alarm can lower your home insurance. Many insurers require an annual service contract for discounts.

Regular wireless alarm maintenance ensures your system’s reliability, and Northern Security Installations Ltd. servicing often leads to insurance discounts.