For many years, home security systems transmitted emergency signals through your ‘landline’ telephone into the monitoring center. That method of communication is becoming more or less obsolete in favor of wireless cellular central station reporting. Now almost 25% of Americans live in homes that do not have a landline. And that figure doubles among young…
In most cases you can switch your Honeywell alarm system over to a new alarm company without having to change your Honeywell alarm equipment. You can even add additional protection to your existing Honeywell alarm system. But first you must make sure that you are not currently under a contract with your existing alarm company.…
Many people often wonder, ‘can another company monitor my ADT alarm system?’. The short answer is yes. However there are instances when the answer can be no. For example, if you are under a contract with ADT you would not be able to have another company monitor your ADT alarm system. But once you have…
The Nassau County Fire Marshal’s office has announced that you can now renew your automatic Nassau County Fire Alarm Permit online by credit card. Be aware there is a $3 fee for the transaction. Begin by accessing the Fire Marshal website by clicking this link. At the bottom of the page please find…
Shopping for a burglar alarm system is one of the most important tasks you will undertake in terms of home security. Research on burglary statistics shows that burglars are deterred by the presence of a burglar alarm. In addition, the police as well as your home insurance company will advise you to have an acceptable…