Alarm Monitoring
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Bells only alarms
This is generally the most basic option. If the alarm is triggered, an audible alarm sounds to alert you (or a neighbour) that an intruder has entered (or is trying to enter) the premises. This type of system may be appropriate for most typical dwellings. However, it depends on the location of the property, the lifestyle or nature of the occupier or the content.
Speechdialler.
This will be a cheaper option than having a fully monitored system. With a Speechdialler, when the alarm is activated, pre-programmed numbers of your choice will be dialled and a pre-recorded message alerts the keyholder or neighbour to the alarm. If the phone line is cut or disabled no signal can be sent.
Monitored systems
The system installed may be the same of similar to a bells only system, except that when the alarm is activated, a signal informs a remote monitoring centre. They may confirm that the alarm is not false and if necessary they inform the police. It is important that the monitoring centre is recognised by the police. A unique reference number (URN), which identified the premises must be obtained by the installer from the police when the system is installed. To get this number, the installer and the monitoring centre must be registered with a certification body (such as SSAIB).
Monitored systems do not guarantee a police response. If it is reasonably certain that someone has entered he premises, it will be flagged as a priority call. However, if a system has three false alarms in a year (four in Scotland) the URN will be revoked by the police. To be reconnected, evidence that the problem has been resolved must be provided to the police within three months.
Source ssaib
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SSAIB Approved Security Installer for security systems, burglar alarms, house alarms and red care systems.
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