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Security Monitoring Services: Which Security System Is Right For You?

In our modern society, it can be hard to feel safe. The news shouts the dangers of the outside of us from the moment we turn it on. Social media is flooded with stories of missing children and businesses being broken into and ransacked. Even after one makes the decision to take their safety into their own hands and buy Home Protection Systems in Toledo, there are so many different types. Not all security systems are created equal. Even if they are good systems in their own right, not every system is good for you. For example, a nanny-cam hidden in a teddy bear would not protect your business with multiple points of entry. On the other hand, a video camera in every corner and motion sensor might be overkill for your toddler’s bedroom.


The best security systems are custom-tailored to your needs. Additionally, there are lots of other factors to consider when choosing a security system--your assets might need protection against threats other than burglary. Home and commercial security systems can protect against fire, burglary, and carbon monoxide poisoning.


There are several different ways that a home or commercial security system can monitor your safety. There are video surveillance systems, access control, and alarm systems that work differently to protect your assets.




Video surveillance systems work through cameras placed throughout the area you wish to protect. State of the art video systems operate on LAN, WAN, WiFi or fiber optic networks and can be viewed remotely by web browsers and smart phones. Video surveillance systems are used in residential homes and commercial businesses alike, and can be integrated with most other security systems. Video surveillance systems are one of the most common forms of home security systems.




Access control systems are especially common in commercial businesses and residential areas that house more than one unit, such as an apartment building or college dorm. An access control system grants or denies entry to your building at all times, day or night. It provides a historic blueprint of access activity of not only your entry doors but also other critical areas within your facility. Access control systems are the best way to truly provide documentation of activity within a facility. They usually work through a card or some sort of fob. In order to access the building, this “key” must be presented. That way, the system knows who is in and out of the building, and it doesn’t allow strangers onto the premises.


An alarm system can be motion detected, weight-detected or used through the integration of any of the above-mentioned systems. Many residential homes have alarm systems that are triggered when a car pulls into their driveway or past a certain point on their property. An alarm system is an all-encompassing umbrella term, so of course there is no “one-size-fits-all” alarm system. In order to truly protect your assets, your alarm system should be custom built to your needs by a professional. A doorbell could even be called an alarm system. More sophisticated alarm systems are used in places like museums and department stores.


Home and commercial security systems are essential parts to protecting your assets. Although we want to believe our communities are safe, it would never hurt to go the extra mile and be preemptive in your asset protection. If you are considering a home or commercial security system, make a list of what is most important to you, and take it to a security professional. Their team can develop the perfect security system to meet your asset protection requirements.



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