ADT Security Pro - Home Security Blog

Living in San Ramon, we enjoy some of the most beautiful views in the East Bay. Between our top-rated schools and the quiet, manicured streets of our luxury subdivisions, it is easy to feel a sense of absolute safety. However, that very sense of security can sometimes lead to a "false sense of safety" that burglars are counting on.

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Technology can be, in a word, confusing.  For as great as technology is and for all the many potential benefits it can offer us, it is very easy to get lost in the details and to feel like you don’t really have a grasp on things.  Data speeds, refresh rates, pixels and megapixels, gigabytes and terabytes… these terms are thrown around casually, and often in ways that may not make it clear exactly what relevance or meaning they may have.   Home security is no exception to this.  It is a hugely technology-based industry, with products that are becoming more and more advanced and with higher levels of functionality than any of their predecessors; this is for the most part a great thing, and it translates to the end user having access to more features and having more control over their home and their security system than ever.  

Home Security Systems are pretty straight forward, however, choosing one can make for a challenging decision. One reason might be the pressures. For many, you just had a break in or a neighbor did, maybe you just brought home a little bundle of joy and a heightened sense of vulnerability along with it, or you just moved in and met the pushy neighborhood sales guy. Top that off with some price confusions. One company charges $99 and another charges $999 for systems that look exactly the same.

Choosing your new alarm system can start to feel more like a sledge-hammer to the head. To help you out, here's a list of what you need to think about to make a wise and informed home security decision:

Why should you look at a Wireless Home Security System? Well the answers are similar to why you would have a cell phone? You don't want to be dependent on a land line when you are on the go. If a land line is cut and your home security depends on it, your security system is now useless. A wireless system resolves that issue. The second reason is convenience. Just like you have a cell phone to maintain communication on the go, with a wireless home security system, you can access and communicate with your system while on the go.

Wireless Home Security is the best solution for most homes. But is it right for you? Unless you've moved into a home already pre-wired for security or you are currently in construction on a new home, a wireless system will save you a big headache!  Check out this blog for pre-wired homes or wiring during construction. Otherwise, in the majority of other situations, a wireless alarm system will keep the smile on your face. Here are 10 situations you avoid by choosing a wireless home security system for your un-wired home.

Wireless home security is the way to go if your home is not pre-wired for home security and you need an alarm. When looking at wireless options, make sure to do your homework before purchasing a do-it-yourself home security kit that boasts fast and simple installations at a discounted price. The thought of grabbing one on the way home from work and installing it before you sit down to dinner sounds pretty good. Especially if you just had a break-in. However, feedback from our customers tells us there is more to think about when considering a DIY security system and hiring a professional is hands down the better option. Here's a list of pros and cons that will help you make your own decision. 

ADT Pulse Home Security makes moving into your new home one decision easier.

With all the excitement of a new home comes a hefty dose of stress and a Mount Everest size amount of decisions. It's exciting and overwhelming... then exciting again. Installing an ADT security system is one decision that's simple. It is completely customizable system, ADT Pulse is uniquely able to meet the needs and safety concerns of any family, including yours. Whether you are looking for a basic system that you can control from anywhere, a top of the line, fully automated security system with surveillance cameras or anywhere in between, an ADT pulse system will meet your needs now and grow with you into the future.