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Monitored Alarm System Basics
Monitored alarm systems offer an effective and affordable way to protect your business. Once you find a vendor and determine what works best, you can get set up with one right away with your desired options and features.
A basic monitored burglar alarm system includes control panels, security keypads, motion detectors, door and window contacts, glassbreak sensors, and audible alarms. The control panel is the most important feature as it powers your entire system and connects everything to your phone system. This allows a central station to provide 24 X 7 monitoring services for your business.
When you invite monitored alarm vendors into your office to determine what system works best, make sure you get quotes from at least three to four different installers. Each should provide pricing estimates in writing — including setup, equipment, monthly monitoring fees, and warranties. Avoid selecting a vendor on price alone — for an important business purchase like this, you need a vendor who offers the best balance of price and customer service.
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