How to Buy the Best Home Security System at the Best Price

With the economy doing bad and many people out of work it's only a matter of time before home break-ins increase. The easiest ways to make a thief move on to somebody else's home are visual deterrence, increased visibility and intrusion detection. This article will show you how to easily install a do-it-yourself home security system that will accomplish all of those tasks.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Real or fake surveillance cameras
• Alarm system signs
• Wireless window and door sensors

1. 
   Better move on, this home's protected

   Increase visual deterrence by installing real or fake video cameras in conspicuous locations. The potential thief will be worried about being on camera and the possible existence of additional alarms so most will move on to easier targets. Place signs indicating there is a home alarm system installed. Deterrence is an important part of the home alarm system.

2. Increase visibility around your home by removing or cutting down shrubs and other growth around potential entry areas, such as windows and doors, and especially basement windows. A thief likes to be under cover when he breaks in, make sure he is visible to your neighbors and also from the street.

3. 
   Easy to install and very effective

   Install motion activated lighting outside. Nothing scares off a thief more than bright lights. Test the sensitivity so small animals don't set it off. Let your neighbors know this is part of your home security system.

4. 
   Wireless window alarm

   Install wireless intrusion detectors on the windows and doors. These are readily available and quite easy to install. This is the final part of the do-it-yourself home alarm system and your final defence. A high pitched alarm will most certainly send the thief running off.

Tips & Warnings

• If you like to keep your windows open then install a second set of sensors about 6 inches up so the window can't be opened more without setting off the home alarm system.
• Install timers on some of your lights and TV so they go off and on during the day.
• Make sure glass doors are laminated so they are difficult to break
• Install pegs in sliding doors so they cannot be lifted out

Resources

• SECURITY SYSTEM SIGNS ~1 Sign & 3 Free Decals~ alarm
• SVAT ISC203 Outdoor Imitation Dummy Security Camera Fake Surveillance Kit with Weatherproof Housing (2 Pack)
• GE 51107 SmartHome Wireless Alarm System Kit