If you’re one of the millions of American’s who protects their homes with a home security system you’ve taken a great first step. Home security has almost become a necessity in the modern era as criminals no longer think twice about breaking into homes; even when the residents are present. But today’s home security systems are so much more than simple door and window sensors and a loud siren. They can do so much more for you than that.
Below we’ve listed three more types of alarms every homeowner should consider adding to a current system. These extra alarms provide protection against several things we don’t often think of: current monoxide, freezing, and medical emergencies.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Carbon monoxide is a deadly gas which can kill in complete silence. Since it is tasteless, odorless, and completely invisible is entirely possible for a carbon monoxide leak to prove deadly at any time of night or day. This is especially frightening considering the possibility that an entire family could be poisoned while they sleep in their beds at night. A carbon monoxide alarm is the very thing you need to prevent this tragedy.
A carbon monoxide alarm attached to your security system consistently monitors levels of carbon monoxide in your home. Should they be elevated an alarm will sound to alert you to get out of house. At the same time, your alarm company will contact your local authorities and utility company. If you already have a home security system, there is no justification for not having a carbon monoxide alarm.
Freeze Alarm
For cold climate environments like Alaska, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the Dakotas, bitter cold can easily lead to frozen water pipes. And as anyone who’s experienced frozen water pipes knows it is an absolute disaster. When water freezes, it expands to the point where it can split your pipes wide open. Before you know it your entire basement or crawl space could be filled with water, costing tens of thousands of dollars in damage. A freeze alarm warns you when the temperature in the monitored space drops dangerously low. You’ll have enough time to turn off your water and drain your pipes.
Medical Alarm
For older Americans and those with potentially life-threatening medical conditions, the security offered by a medical alarm is a great comfort. You’re provided with a medical pendant to wear around your neck so that it’s always available should you run into a problem. With the simple touch of a button, you will alert you alarm company you’re in danger and need assistance. Not only will they call your local authorities, they’ll also talk with you over your home security system and stayed with you until help arrives.
Today’s home security systems do so much more than protect us from burglaries. If you don’t have a system in your home you should consider installing one. There’s no better way to protect your family and your property.