Getting Maximum Performance from your Home Security System through Maintenance

Whether it’s your car or an expensive appliance, you want to get the best performance out of your investment and the same should apply to your home’s security system. At Frontline Security in Calgary, we recommend that all of our clients give their video surveillance and home alarm systems a summer tune-up to ensure that they are working optimally to keep their property safe. Continue reading this week’s blog to find out what you need to do to optimize your home security system. 

Cameras

You install a state-of-the-art video surveillance system for your home and over the years you forget that the cameras are there, it happens more times than you think. Camera lens’ can get dirty or views can unexpectedly get obstructed. For example, after a few years, shrubbery growth can all of a sudden block the view of one of your cameras. Take the time this summer to inspect the views of each camera and to clean their lens. 

Alarm Systems

Batman & Robin, the Calgary Flames and home security systems, all have one thing in common, they perform best as a team. Use the summer tune up as an opportunity to enhance your security system by incorporating other security measures. For example, if you have video surveillance for your property you can look at installing an alarm system. Another great compliment to any home security system is installing motion detectors on specific entry points, such as driveways and backyard gates.

Passwords

We highly recommend you change your alarm systems and home network’s passwords annually. Intruders are tech savvy and can steal vital information including bank account numbers, private emails and other sensitive information by hacking into your home network. Use the summer tune up as another opportunity to change/strengthen passwords and to change log in information. If you have been avoiding or skipped any software updates, take time during this summer to update them.

Make the summer tune up and maintenance of your home security system a family event! Ensure that all elements of your home security are working, from checking cameras to changing passwords to installing additional security features. Keep your home and family safe with annual tests of your security system. To find out how Frontline Security in Calgary can install a state-of-the-art security system for your home or business contact us today at 403-291-9311.