What should I consider before purchasing a security system

Why do individuals determine that they need or want to invest in a security system? It typically boils down to one or more of these 3 reasons:

1. To protect families
2. To protect homes
3. To protect belongings.

When you consider the high value (especially of protecting families) that a properly designed security system can offer, shouldn't it be based on more than "just price" for the installation or ongoing monitoring service? Although price is a factor in our purchase decisions (especially in this economy), it shouldn't be the SOLE determining factor in the protection and security of our homes and families.

It has always amused me that potential customers will call the office inquiring about a security system and begin the conversation with, "I was calling to see how much your security systems are to install, and how much is your monitoring?"

They don't seem to be very interested or factor in the type of equipment we use, features, future expansion possibilities, service, etc... Just the price.

So my first suggestion before you purchase a security system is this:

Determine what type of system fits your comfort level for your home and family FIRST---then shop for the best price based on that.

Insist that any alarm company bidding for your business offer you a Free, NO HASSEL, security evaulation. Find out all of the options available to you and make sure that you understand what is being proposed. Don't allow them to pressure you into an immediate decision. The decision is too important to allow high pressure sales tactics to force your hand.

Every individual is different when it comes to the level of security that they want in an effort to feel good about their system and investment. If you still feel vulnerable after installing a security system, you have lost the best value to one---Peace of Mind! Don't allow the "one size fits all" mentality of the large national companies to influence the type of system that is right for you.

Just "hoping" that your system is sufficient in a time of need due to going with the "cheapest" upfront cost is not a comforting thought. Put family and home first, then get the best value going forward.

Look for my next blog and I will give helpful things to consider in the design of your home or business security system.

Brandon Firestine

WNC Alarm, Inc/www.wncalarm.com/828-398-4614