6 Really Good Reasons why you need a Monitored Alarm System

In an emergency, three things need to happen: First, you need to know what’s happening. Second, you need to know what action to take, and lastly, you need to be able to take that action.

In a real emergency, things are confusing, it’s hard to figure out what’s happening, and people often are not able to make the right decision and take the right action. Time is not on your side here.

Your alarm system is designed to let you know when something is wrong. It could be anything from an intrusion — a door or window open when it shouldn’t be, breaking glass, movement in the house, smoke, fire, excess heat in the attic, carbon monoxide, flooding in the basement, just to name a few.

Let’s imagine that you’re asleep in bed and your alarm triggers a siren and lets you know that something is wrong. What is happening? Is it a smoke alarm? Did somebody come in late from a party and forget to disarm the system? What if there’s an intruder? Where is the intruder? Do you confront the intruder? Suddenly the siren stops. Is it because the event is over, or because the wire to the siren has been cut? What do you do? You could be wasting precious seconds trying to see if you hear anything downstairs, when there’s actually a fire in the attic. Or what if there’s a Carbon Monoxide buildup? The alarm will sound, but what happens if you’re already unconscious or too groggy to respond?

Your alarm system provides only half the equation – letting you know when something is wrong. The other half – being able to act immediately and appropriately to protect your family and property – that’s where alarm system monitoring is invaluable. Here are 6 very good reasons to have your alarm system monitored:

1. Trained Security Experts are watching over your home 24/7/265

With a monitored Security Alarm System, trained security experts are watching over your home and well-being 24/7, 365 days per year, regardless of where you are, what you are doing, and even if you are unavailable or incapacitated. You have the peace of mind that comes from knowing that when there is an emergency and response time is critical, there is always someone there to respond and take immediate action.

2. Help is there when you need it.

When the Monitoring Station receives an emergency signal from your home, they will call you immediately to confirm the nature of the emergency. Even if your security system has been disabled by a burglar, the Monitoring station will know, and will dispatch a response. The monitoring station will dispatch the appropriate emergency response be it fire, police, ambulance, and emergency personnel will be on the scene as soon as possible.

Many emergencies are simply too serious or too overwhelming for you to handle by yourself, or possibly you may not even be in a position to do anything about it. Depending on the nature of the emergency, the security experts at the monitoring station will also provide specific instructions on what you need to do.

3. It’s not expensive…

…but we understand that many people are a little put off by the steep monitoring costs and long-term contracts pushed by some companies. The reality is that Security System Monitoring costs are well under a dollar per day. Insurance companies usually offer discounts for homes protected by alarm systems, so the net Monitoring cost for many customers could be down to a few quarters per day. And, because we never quite tire of tooting our own horn, we have to tell you that with Alarvac, you get exactly the monitoring services you want, from one of Canada’s leading Alarm System Monitoring providers, and we’ll never lock you into an expensive long-term contract.

4. Deter Thieves

Studies show that if you have a monitored alarm system, your chances of having your house broken into are significantly reduced. Also, if a break-in does occur, less property is stolen from homes with a monitored alarm system, since the burglars have much less time to operate.

5. It’s more than just an alarm system

Your alarm system can also monitor for fire, smoke, sudden temperature changes, carbon monoxide, even flooding in the basement. An important feature, especially for seniors or people living alone is the Panic Button. This is a small device easily carried around or on your person, that can be activated in case of an emergency.

6. It’s really easy to use

You don’t need any technical knowhow to use a monitored alarm system. Arming and disarming your system is dead simple. We help you plan and set up your Security System so it operates precisely as needed. We will help custom-tailor a security plan to ensure that whatever happens, you get exactly the response you need

Over the last 28 years, we have serviced and installed every possible brand of Alarm system. Along the way we’ve learned a few things about alarm system products. We’ve come to trust and rely on some brands because their products work well, hardly ever break down, are easy to service, and parts for upgrade or repair are always available. DSC is one of those brands, and it’s worth telling you a little bit about them.

DSC has been around since 1979, and is now a global brand, headquartered in Toronto. Starting with small security keypads and microprocessor-based alarm panels, DSC grew larger and acquired a few companies and eventually was acquired by Tyco International, a $21 Billion giant in security-related products.

DSC is a Canadian company, and that’s really important. Not only because we like to wave the flag, and our economy is important to us, but it means that the products are manufactured and warehoused in Canada. In fact, right here in Toronto. Which means, when we need a product in a hurry, we don’t have to order from across the border or overseas, we can literally go pick up the product from the factory if we need to.

What’s also important is that DSC makes high quality, reliable products and is well established in the Canadian market. Why? For one, that means there are plenty of well-trained DSC technicians in our market. Which in turn means when a DSC Alarm System needs service, we can get a technician there pronto. We’ve seem our share of homeowners, stuck with obscure brands which were sold at dirt cheap prices. One of these brands, for example, has literally only two service technicians in Ontario who are qualified to service that particular brand. Ouch.

What DSC means to us and our customers is that we can recommend and install products that have superior performance and reliability, but priced very reasonably. When service or upgrades are needed, we can respond quickly and efficiently.

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A home security system can provide you with everything from protection from intruders to saving money on your homeowners insurance. Here are the top ten reasons you should consider installing a home security system.

1. Intruder Protection- it’s no surprise that having a home security system is going to help keep unwanted trespassers away. Homes without a security system are far more likely to be targeted by burglars for obvious reasons.
2. Protect your Valuables- if intruders are kept out, your valuable possessions will be kept safe, plain and simple. A good home security system is crucial in ensuring your valuables are secure and not stolen. Thieves commonly target items such as TVs and jewellery, so it’s important to keep them safe and secure.
3. Fire Protection- home security systems are often only associated with home intrusion protection, but they also offer fire protection that is a step up from your average smoke detector. Home security systems are often outfitted with fire detection that can sense fire, smoke, and even abnormal heat and contact authorities early.
4. Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Protection- just like fire detection, home security systems can also help detect the presence of carbon monoxide in your home, keeping you and your family safe in yet another way. Carbon monoxide is odourless and invisible, you cannot smell it or see it.
5. Constant Monitoring- a monitored home security system is continuously being monitored by trained security professionals. Your home and loved ones are always protected, and should an emergency arise, help is immediately available.
6. Remote Monitoring- new technology allows homeowners to keep an eye on their homes while they are away, providing even more personal assurance of security. Homeowners are able to log on to the internet and view live video feeds of their homes, allowing for constant monitoring from just about anywhere.
7. Immediate Medical Assistance- today’s home security systems can be designed to provide a homeowner with an easy means to contact emergency services. Often requested to be in the homes of elderly people or those with disabilities, an alert device commonly called a “Panic Button” will immediately summon help, should an emergency arise.
8. Reduce Energy Consumption- though not as common as other home security features, some systems come with a mobile monitoring feature that allows a homeowner to control their home’s lights and heating and cooling systems. This reduces energy consumption because you will always be able to shut these things off when no one is home.
9. Peace of Mind- one of the best things a reliable home security system can give you is simple peace of mind. Simply knowing that your home and everything in it, especially your family, is safe and secure 24 hours a day can do a whole lot to reduce your stress.
10. Save on Home Insurance- a home that is outfitted with a functioning home security system is going to come with lower homeowners insurance costs. Your home is seen as significantly safer and more secure than a home without a security system, so your insurance company is going to deem it as less of a risk.