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How to Add a Video Intercom System to a Home Security System

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Video intercoms provide you with ease and peace of mind by allowing you to see and talk to the people who are at your door without having to be near the door, or open the door. Adding a video intercom to your current home security system isn’t an easy task and should be done by a professional.

Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Professional installation team to install the product
  • Video intercom system that is compatible with your home security system
  1. Step 1

    Find a video intercom system that is compatible with your current home security system.

  2. Step 2

    Call a licensed system installer to come and review your choice and your plans for installation.

  3. Step 3

    Discuss and decide where you want the video and intercom stations in your home.

  4. Step 4

    Hire a professional to do the installation.

  5. Step 5

    Enjoy the security.

Tips & Warnings
  • Do you have a side door or back door? Consider putting a station at other entries to your home as well as the front door.
  • Installation done incorrectly could render your entire home security system useless and leave you without protection and a hefty bill to have it restored.
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