Choose the Best Security System

Here's a step-by-step guide to choosing the best home security system for your use case.

12:08 12 November 2020

There is currently a wide range of home security systems in the market that makes the task of choosing the one that will fit your needs a daunting task. From choosing the proper components to establishing the network, the whole procedure can easily become confusing and frustrating. 

 

In this article, we will give you a comprehensive step-by-step guide in choosing the best security system for your property. 

 

Step 1 - The first thing to do is to know exactly what you require - are you looking for a system exclusively for home automation, intruder protection or environmental monitoring? This step will help you determine the exact components that you will require in setting up your security system. 

 

Step 2 - Choose between starter kits or home security packages based on your needs. There are comprehensive home security systems that contain every component that you may require, including smart lights, motion cameras, smart doorbells, burglar alarms and even window sensors, pipeline monitoring systems and smoke and fire detectors. Review all your options and see if you are better off getting a comprehensive package or installing each component individually. 

 

Step 3 - Sign up for professional monitoring services. If you have the extra budget, you may consider signing up for an around-the-clock call centre monitoring service. This gives you peace of mind knowing that anything strange taking place on your property will be immediately reported to emergency services. You may also opt to sign up to notifications that are sent to your smartphone whenever a motion sensor is triggered or a surveillance camera notices suspicious activity. 

 

Step 4 - Decide on the installation method - choose between installing the system by yourself or by a dedicated professional. Although this option comes with a steeper price tag, professionally installed systems are often more dependable as they use wired connectivity and rely on professional monitoring to function. DIY systems, on the other hand, help you save money but they lack certain features and may only function properly when there is a good internet connectivity.  

 

While the best home security system will largely depend on your requirements and budget, a few good brands that are worth checking out include SimpliSafe, FrontPoint, Nest, Brinks and Vivint.