A house is not merely a building meant to be lived in. It is where one bonds with family, makes valuable memories and keeps precious valuables. Reduce the risk of losing them by having a home security system. Other than it being installed for security purposes, here are eight top reasons as to why it is important:

  1. It lessens the worries. Homes equipped with security systems are safer not only for its owners but also its inhabitants.

  2. It lets you see what's happening in your house despite your absence. Wireless Cameras and Internet connections have made monitoring your home from afar a reality. Now you could tap on what's the buzz at your house and check your pets despite being outdoors or at work. This is also useful tool for babysitting purposes.

  3. It gives quicker access to help. Fire and panic buttons on your keypad make contacting for help only a press of a button away. This feature will be very helpful in household emergencies like fires or forced entries of strangers.

  4. It lowers insurance. Certain insurance companies offer discounts on homes with security systems installed. This could range yearly from 5 to 20%.

  5. It discourages intruders. Stickers and labels that come along with the security system placed on doors and windows (even if broken) help ward off potential robbers by flashing messages that say: "Don't mess with this house, it's protected. Look for someplace else!" Outside security devices like cameras, alarms and motion sensors could help fend off street crime in your vicinity.

  6. It helps fight crime. Monitoring devices like cameras and recording devices could give prime evidence in case a crime happens in your vicinity.

  7. It saves you from the effects of theft. Home security companies often have guarantees that come along with their offered security systems. Once theft does happen despite the presence of the security system, the company will help fix the damage by helping with the insurance or by paying.

  8. It lets you guard your house even if you're not around. Wireless home security can give you the ability to set your house to defence mode even if you hadn't done so back home. Just log in to the home security's console on your laptop and you can freely turn on and off security system as you wish despite the distance. This will spare you the worries of not properly locking our house because you were hurrying not to be late for an appointment.

Home security systems aren't only for security, it also keeps you, your family, your things and your money safe from intruders. More security systems are offering wireless features and benefits at a lower cost compared to their wired counterparts. If you are bugged by the monthly fees for monitoring services, you could just set the wireless security system in such a way that when somebody or something triggers the alarm, the call goes to you instead of the monitoring service. Whatever is your choice, one thing is guaranteed: a secure home will spare you the constant worrying and will help you be at peace with your house.

Mediacoms covers all of London and performs all types of security installations, smart home installations and media installations. We also offer both custom design and installation, or straight out of the box solutions to any visual display or network that you can imagine.
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