What home security system should we get?

Q. My wife and I are thinking about getting a home security system. We live in the Los Angeles area. Any thoughts or suggestions?

A. This is a pretty general question and is really influenced by what your looking for. Security systems range from the ghetto ones you install yourself that just make noise, to really high tech equipment. Most people tend to settle for a home security system that is sold by a dealer that is installed by a trained technician, and is actively monitored by a company and can link up with the police. I'm not sure which dealers would be selling around there if any, but a little research should be able to tell you that much. After that it's just a matter of finding out how much you want to pay, because the standard monthly monitoring rate varies from about $35 to $49.99. Typically two-way systems which communicate trough the landline are cheapest, while cell primary systems which communicate through a cell unit attached to the system cost more. Don't get fooled into paying any activation fee's though, and fight to get at least 6 points of equipment. Motion sensors, glassbreak sensors, and smokes are worth 2 each, while door/window sensors, and keyfobs are worth 1. That way the sales rep won't be ripping you off. Just be sure to READ the contract they'll make you sign, because they won't tell you the whole truth.

How to change home security system battery?

Q. We have a low batter signal on our home security system, and we can't figure out how to change the battery and the "headquarters" are closed so we can't reach anybody tonight. Does anyone know how to do it?

A. Locate the battery compartment on your home security system. Most of the time it is located under the keypad cover.

Step 2Use a flat-head screwdriver to gently pry off any covers over the battery compartment, if necessary.

Step 3Determine which size of batteries your system uses by looking at the old batteries in the compartment, or by checking the instruction manual that came with the system. Also notice the position the batteries are in. Get the size of battery you need.

Step 4Check to see if the old batteries have leaked into the battery compartment. Use caution when removing them and cleaning the compartment.

Step 5Once the old batteries have been removed, immediately discard them so that you wonât mistakenly put them back in the compartment.

Step 6Install the new batteries, making sure you put them in properly.

Step 7Run the battery check test, following the instructions in the manual for the system.

Help me find a good home security system?

Q. I am having problems with the new home security system I bought for my home. It just doesn't work right. Can someone please recommend a good home security system I can buy for my home.

A. There are lot of home security systems available on the market for sale. Most of these home security systems are complete junk, so it is always advisable to do a little research before you go and spend your money to purchase them. You wouldn't have had this problem If you did some research on the security system before you went out and spend money on it.

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