According to alarms.org, homes without a security system are 300 times more likely to be burglarized. Typically, these burglaries occur during the day between 6am-6pm when no one is home to detect them or prevent them. While protecting your home should be a top priority, it is also essential to choose the security system that will provide you with the best feeling of comfort.

Contrary to popular belief, there is more to a security system than just security cameras. Once you begin to delve deeper into the research of home security systems, you will find that protecting your home involves a lot more than just cameras surrounding the outside, warding off potential burglars. There are several different options available when choosing a home security system, each able to assist keeping your home security and giving you a peaceful nights rest. Knowing the difference between Closed Circuit Camera Security (CCTV) and Security Systems should help to aid you in your decision-making process.

CCTV System

Closed Circuit Camera Systems are a strategically placed network of video cameras which capture footage and broadcast it in real-time to a surveillance monitor. Closed Circuit Camera Systems also record the footage digitally which allows you to play it back at any future date. The pros to this are that you have access to recorded footage, cameras that are visible which could deter potential burglars, 24/7 video surveillance of your home, and peace of mind knowing your home has security. One significant con of a CCTV is that although it shows you video footage of a crime, without someone monitoring there is no way to prevent the crime. CCTVs provide surveillance and can help to detect a crime, but does not alert anyone that a crime is being committed.

security system

A security system goes a step further in protecting your home by providing features that aren’t solely focused on crime. Security systems include sensors that can detect carbon monoxide, flooding, freezing, glass breaking, smoke, motion, and the opening/closing of doors and windows. There are three types of security systems: monitored security systems, self-monitored security systems, and local security systems. A monitored security system is the most commonly used alarm system. When the alarm is set off, the system will alert the monitoring center, which in turn, will alert authorities. A self-monitored security system functions precisely as the name states; you monitor the system yourself. You will receive notifications on your phone when/if the alarm is triggered, and it will be up to you on whether or not you contact the authorities. Many security system providers offer an app for your mobile device which let you check on your house throughout the day, as well. A local security system will set off a loud alarm when triggered, which alerts those around your home. In this instance, it is up to those who are in the home or your neighbors to alert authorities.

The main point

Closed Circuit Camera Systems are a great option to help detect and prevent a potential burglary in your home, while a security system can help prevent that and much more. When choosing which route to take with your security system, remember that it should keep you safe from potential harm, and should give you peace of mind.

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