Every homeowner can take measures towards home security that can potentially save their lives or someone else’s. Some traditional home safety tips include installing locks on doors and windows, putting up a tall fence, getting a guard dog, and making sure the property is well lit, especially at night.

Having a secure home means people inside are safe from potential intruders that could bring them harm. Another advantage is that you protect your belongings from being taken by burglars.

Technology has given us new ways of securing our home that is affordable even for people on a budget. CCTV installation Cheshire can be done on houses and flats, and the same can be said for security alarms Cheshire.

Cameras and alarms can deter crime

A study conducted for a UK insurance company revealed that former burglars listed CCTVs as one thing that will definitely discourage them from breaking into someone else’s home.

Online, there are videos showing intruders running away and abandoning their nefarious activities at the exact moment that an alarm went off or when they discovered that their actions were being monitored.

Discouraging intruders

Cameras and alarms come in all shapes and sizes. These days, it’s easy to get in touch with a security company online and schedule a CCTV installation Cheshire in a matter of days. Cameras can be attached right at your doorstep or any area of your house that offers a good view of the surroundings. Former thieves have confessed that there are times when they would get discouraged from illegally entering a home because of cameras outside.

Visible security alarms Cheshire can also put off thieves. In a study conducted by an American university, more than half of the interviewed persons hat were behind bars because of burglary said they would take the time to check if a house is equipped with alarms before deciding to push through with a robbery. Most of the surveyed individuals who checked for alarms said they would choose a different target if they saw an alarm.

Cameras with alarms

Thanks to technology, it is now possible to integrate a CCTV camera with a security alarm or siren. You can opt for CCTV installation Cheshire and view the feed remotely through your phone or computer. If you see a person trying to force their way inside your house, you can manually set off the alarm or siren. There’s also the option of getting push notifications on your phone when the alarm is automatically triggered. Not only did you foil a robbery, you also have a visual record of the person’s face.

Cameras with voice command

There are also modern ways in which you can personally address burglars and scare them off your property. Some CCTV cameras come equipped with a tiny speaker so that when you see someone trying to break in, you can scare them off through the speaker.

Law Secure can provide your house with security alarms Cheshire and install high-resolution CCTV cameras. It doesn’t matter if you already have an old system in place. We can upgrade it and maintain it for you. We even offer financial solutions to make it easier for our clients to manage their payments. Visit our website https://law-secure.com or call us at 01606 800240.