Having an intruder alarm or fire alarm is essential for the security of your property and the safety of the people who use it.
But what happens when there’s nobody around to respond to the alarm bell?
Think about it: last time you heard an alarm, did you telephone the emergency services or ignore it completely? Many of us simply ‘tune out’ from alarms since so many systems are set off by mistake.
Remote alarm monitoring can be installed in any building, but it’s especially suitable for commercial premises that aren’t staffed around the clock. It offers peace of mind and an additional layer of protection over and above the alarm bell itself.
In this article, we’ll look at the technical aspects of remote monitoring and consider some of the benefits for homes and businesses.
What is Remote Alarm Monitoring?
Remote alarm monitoring is a convenient way to ensure your business or domestic alarms are never ignored or left to ring out without a response.
If your alarm is activated, a team of trained response staff can assess the situation and alert the emergency services if necessary. They’ll also let your nominated keyholders know that the alarm has been activated. The monitoring team is on standby round the clock, so they’ll react no matter when the alarm goes off.
Your alarm is connected to the control centre using a robust signalling network – the most affordable systems are set up using a regular telephone line, although more robust options are available for additional cost if you require them. You’ll pay a nominal daily fee for the connection and alarm monitoring service.
Why Use Remote Monitoring?
Alarms are everywhere, but many of us simply tune out the noise of an alarm unless we notice some suspicious activity at the same time. Having a basic alarm is great, but for real protection, remote monitoring is the best solution.
- If there’s a burglary in progress, the remote team will alert the police immediately. That means you’re more likely to be able to react proactively to the threat.
- If there’s a fire in the property, every second counts; early notification means the fire service can limit the damage caused by the blaze.
- If the alarm has been activated by mistake, the team will switch it off once checks have been made, thus ensuring minimal disruption to your neighbours. That means there’s less likelihood of a costly noise complaint relating to a faulty or persistent alarm.
Remote monitoring completes any fire or intruder alarm system, and the equipment fitted by Angel Security will help you to comply with the requirements of your insurance policies. Once installed, your alarm system can be serviced, maintained, repaired and upgraded by our team, as and when you need us.
Ask Us About Remote Alarm Monitoring
Remote alarm monitoring is suitable for fire alarms and intruder alarms installed in business or domestic premises. Angel Security can install state-of-the-art intruder or fire alarms with alarm monitoring services in Surrey and London, no matter what the scale of your premises or your budget.
If you live or work in and around the Surrey area, speak to us about our affordable remote alarm monitoring systems today. Call 0800 999 7177 for a free, no obligation chat.
