Preventing False Alarms

False alarms take police and emergency personal away from real emergencies.

Common Causes of False Alarms:

*User Error

Always have your Security System Installer explain the system to you, read your owners manual.  

*PETS

Security Systems can be designed to deal with indoor pets. If you do However, acquire a pet after installation, you will have to have your system modified so the pets will not activate motion detectors.

*VISITORS

It is always best to let your visitors know that you have an alarm system, and how to operate the system properly. (housekeepers, maintenance, guests)

*MOVING OBJECTS

Balloons, large plants and objects that can fall or move with heater comming on, are common causes of false alarms. Before arming your system, please put these objects in a room where they may not trip a motion detector.

*DOOR AND WINDOWS

Be sure to close and lock all doors and windows, as they may trigger an alarm if blown open.

*BUGS, AND DUST ON A SENSOR LENS

Motion sensors and Smoke detectors should be cleaned on a annual basis

*MALFUNCTIONING EQUIPMENT

Alarm activations for no apparent reason can indicate a problem, always call your installing dealer with any problems you may have.