How CCTV Keeps Me Safe

Home security systems come in many different forms. Some have motion sensors that monitor various sections of your property, while others use security cameras to maintain real-time surveillance. On most alarm systems, you have the option of selecting either a silent or an audible alarm.

An audible alarm is what most people may be familiar with, where the alarm goes off if it detects a threat or any unusual activity. On the other hand, a silent alarm sends a notification to your control panel or mobile phone if it detects a similar threat.

You may be wondering why you should opt for a silent alarm. Here are 4 situations in which a silent alarm is actually a better option than an audible alarm.

1. False alarms may falsely alert your neighbours

You may have experienced those neighbours who have security systems that give you sleepless nights. Their alarms may go off regularly, and it's often a false alarm. The same thing may happen to your security system. False alarms make your neighbours less sensitive to the seriousness of your security system, and they may ignore your alarm when an actual threat is present.

Therefore, to keep your neighbours alert of any dangers, install a silent alarm system that allows you to respond when you're sure that a threat is present.

2. Burglars can be caught red-handed

An audible alarm may be a blessing in disguise—for the burglar. Imagine a situation where a burglar has managed to silently break into your home and is busy packing your valuables into a bag. If the alarm goes off, they can still make a run for it and escape with your belongings.

On the other hand, a silent alarm gives burglars a false sense of security. They may have triggered the alarm but they don't know it because there is no sound. When you receive a silent notification and verify the presence of a threat, you can contact help from within the security system and catch the burglar red-handed.

3. Give your children peace of mind

A loud alarm can create a traumatic experience for your children, especially if they've been through a robbery before. Even if the alarm is false, it can still cause your children to have sleepless nights. If you need to keep the kids more relaxed, consider a silent alarm with an instant notification system. If you detect a threat, you can decide on how best to respond without making your kids panic.  

For more information about using alarm systems, contact your alarm system provider.