I spend most of my time when I am out and about looking up at the eaves of the properties that I pass. No, it is not because I have a neck muscle infliction, it is because that is where most intruder alarm sirens are installed. It is a concern to me that I am… Continue reading What message does a blank bell box give?
Category: Business alarms
How Important is it to use an Accredited Security Company?
This question is all about the integrity of your security system installer, the products they use and the long term performance of the installation? You will be letting people into your home or business premises and they will know how to operate and more importantly bypass your security systems. If you use an accredited security… Continue reading How Important is it to use an Accredited Security Company?
What does NACOSS mean?
NACOSS stands for National Approval Council for Security Systems and was replaced in 2001 through the merger of NACOSS and ISI (Inspectorate of the Security Industry). The new combined organisation was renamed the National Security Inspectorate (NSI). Only NSI accredited companies, like GuardHome limited, are authorised to use and display the NSI logo and are… Continue reading What does NACOSS mean?
How long do the sensor batteries last?
This is a question that is more often asked during the security survey process. It is a sensible question as there are many misleading remarks with regards to battery life in wireless security systems and I am sure that everyone has heard a smoke detector battery chirruping during the night when the batteries are low?… Continue reading How long do the sensor batteries last?
Should My Alarm Go Off When There Is A Power Cut?
No is the only answer to this question. We all hear the chorus of alarms if the power in our area is cut off, even briefly. ALL professionally installed and maintained alarm systems must have a fully operational battery back up system that should keep the system operational for at least 12 hours and it… Continue reading Should My Alarm Go Off When There Is A Power Cut?
A burglary at your business can put you out of business
When burglars break in to steal valuable equipment, stock and other items they often do more damage than expected. One company had all their data stolen because the cabinet containing the back-up tapes was taken along with the server. All the work for a project costing tens of thousands of pounds had to be done… Continue reading A burglary at your business can put you out of business
