Home electronic security systems generally start from $1000.00. This typically includes the equipment being the control panel, keypad, a few sensors, internal siren, external siren with flashing blue strobe, power supply and backup battery.
A basic home security system will typically take a day to install. Larger, more complex systems will naturally take longer.
Professional security systems have a backup battery. Should the main power be turned off, the security system will run off backup battery power.
It depends on how old the backup battery is. A newer battery on a basic system can last over 24 hours. An older battery may last a few hours.
Yes, in the state of New South Wales, any persons selling, installing or servicing a security system (including CCTV system) will require a Class 2 security licence and it must be displayed above the waist and be clearly visible.
Yes, in the state of New South Wales, any persons selling, installing or servicing a security system (including CCTV system) will require a Class 2 security licence and it must be displayed above the waist and be clearly visible.
Most insurance companies will offer a discount after you have a professionally installed security/CCTV system.
A security system may deter a potential intruder. More importantly, your security system makes a part of your whole security.