1. Outdoor home security is your first level of security and this is usually the presence of yard signs, window decals, and cameras that advertise your home’s protection. A recent study showed that homes without a home alarm system are about 3% more likely to be burglarized. So you should let the bad people know that your home is protected.

2. Detectors such as smoke detectors and fire detectors provide an inside layer of protection when included in a home security system package. These detector will notify an alarm company of the presence of fire, smoke, or poisonous gases.

3. All systems should include a back-up power supply to keep it working during power outages and extreme weather.

4. All professionally installed systems should be connected to monitoring and installation services. These companies work with you to keep your home, family, and valuables safe and secure and notify emergency services at the appropriate times.

5. Alarm components and hardware include such things as control panels, wireless systems, monitors, keypads, and remotes. These alarms systems parts help you arm and disarm the system, set security codes, and automatically secure your home during home invasion attempts.