The biggest advantage of hiring a security company is to protect your home. Your home will be defended against burglary and robbery. This is very important, but it's not all a security company does for you. Their service goes deeper than this. It can make several parts of your life much easier and stress-free.

Benefits of Hiring a Security Company

1. Professionally Monitored vs. Self Monitored Systems

Before we get started on the benefits of hiring a security company, there are two basic schools of thought when deciding how to go about home security: professionally monitored systems and self-monitored systems. 

Professionally monitored systems are security systems that use equipment that is connected to a central monitor system managed by a company that watches your setup 24/7. Professionally monitored systems usually include a monthly subscription that covers a variety of monitoring options and responses. 

Self-monitored systems use a lot of the same technology as professionally monitored systems, but without a team of professionals who monitor your security system. 

With self-monitored systems, you are the monitor, so it is important to make sure that you have notifications correctly set up and that you actually pay attention and follow up with any incidents. A while back, we wrote a blog about the pros and cons of self-monitored systems. 

2. Protection

Let's cover the obvious first. A security company protects against burglary and robbery. 

They do this by installing an alarm system, security cameras, motion detectors, and other detection systems. You can turn these on and off as you see fit so your home has the utmost protection when you're away at work, on vacation, or during the night.

This allows you to rest and relax with peace of mind. Even when you're not there, your security system and the monitoring security company are protecting your belongings, property, and family.

3. Deterrence

A security system does a good job protecting you from an attempted break-in, but did you realize that they make an attempt itself less likely? Burglars don't just target your house and decide to break in, no matter what. They scout multiple homes in a neighborhood and pick out the ones with the least protection.

Burglars want to avoid challenges and focus on easy pickings. If a home has a security system with visible cameras and alarm triggers, a burglar will move on to a home that lacks these things. For them, there are plenty of targets. They'll choose the ones where residents are least likely to be alerted so that they're less likely to get caught.

4. Ease of Use

Many people imagine that security systems are one size fits all. In truth, they're much more flexible than this. Every security system installation is unique. This is because every family has unique needs. Ease of management means being able to control your security system on the go.

Forget to set it when you're out to dinner? You can safely access it from a mobile device. A guest arrives a few hours early while you're at work? You can disarm the system similarly. 

This allows you to set and adjust elements easily, even if it's just a matter of not wanting to get out of bed. The right setup means you can also access security cameras even if you're halfway around the world.

5. Expert Installation 

Not only is the right setup important when choosing a security system for your home, but also installation and maintenance. Working with a professional home security company will ensure that your security system is expertly installed. 

Professional security companies can assess your property and know exactly where everything should go to maximize protection. With experts installing equipment, you can also trust that it is set up correctly and functioning properly. 

6. Maintenance Plans

Regular maintenance can help to identify and address any issues or malfunctions in the system before they become more serious problems. This can include checking batteries and power sources, testing sensors and alarms, and ensuring that all components of the system are communicating properly with each other. 

A professional home security company can provide regular maintenance services, such as quarterly or annual check-ups, to ensure that your system is always in top working order.

In addition to regular maintenance, a professional home security company can also provide prompt and effective repairs when issues arise. This can include replacing faulty components, upgrading the system to meet changing needs or technological advancements, and providing troubleshooting support when you need it.

7. Other Emergencies

Burglaries and robberies aren't the only emergencies. They're not even the most common ones. Medical emergencies, carbon monoxide leaks, and fires also occur. 

By hiring a security company, you also protect against these. With the press of a button, you can quickly notify the monitoring company about what type of emergency you're facing. This allows them to dispatch the emergency services that are best equipped to handle the situation.

A security monitoring system can be tied into other alarms very easily so that a fire alarm or gas detection alerts the system to send help immediately. This means even if you're not home, emergency services will still be alerted and able to get to your home quickly. In these events, that means saving pets, valuables, and your home before a limited event becomes a full-blown emergency.

8. Insurance

Installing a security system monitored by a security company can actually save you money. This is because of insurance costs. 

Insurance companies know homes that are well protected are much less likely to make a claim. They're less likely to be robbed, and a fire is more likely to be detected early. This helps them save money since they're less likely to face any type of large claim from a well-protected home.

Even in the rare case of a lawsuit against a homeowner, security cameras are more likely to be able to provide irrefutable evidence. A monitored security system protects you, your family, your pets, your possessions, and the insurance company as well. Insurance companies are aware of this and will often give breaks on premiums for a homeowner smart enough to utilize this type of protection.

Home insurance premiums can be reduced by as much as 20 percent in some cases, just with the addition of a security system and monitoring.

9. Safety and Relaxation

The full range of benefits to working with a security company incorporates a lot more than simply an alarm. Today's technology allows smart implementation and custom installations that exactly suit a homeowner's needs. Installing a security system monitored by a professional security company is one of the best investments you can make in your own safety and ability to relax.

10. Monitoring for Weather Related Emergencies 

Security systems are not only good for protecting your valuables from theft, but you can also monitor for weather-related emergencies. New updates in technology have allowed homes to be fully monitored. 

There are products on the market that can indicate whether your pipes are freezing. Flood sensors are also available, which can alert you to the presence of water in your basement.

Having a good idea of what is going on in your home during weather events can help with all kinds of aspects of post-incident cleanup. Additionally, many systems can alert you when your power goes out due to storms or any other issue that can cause power problems. 

11. Decrease in Emergency Response Wait Times 

Home security systems can significantly decrease emergency response wait times in the event of an emergency. When a home security system is activated, it immediately alerts a monitoring center, which can then dispatch emergency services such as police, fire, or medical responders to the property. 

This quick response time can make all the difference in a crisis situation, as it can help to prevent further damage or injury and increase the chances of a positive outcome. Additionally, many modern home security systems include features such as video surveillance and remote access, which can provide emergency responders with critical information about the situation before they arrive on the scene.

12. Home Automation

Welcome to the 21st century! Technological advancements in home security have also carried over into the home automation space. 

Home automation can play a significant role in enhancing the security of a home. With the rise of smart home technology, homeowners can now remotely monitor and control their security systems, locks, and cameras from anywhere with an internet connection. 

This means that they can easily arm and disarm their security systems, lock and unlock doors, and receive real-time alerts and notifications about any suspicious activity. Additionally, home automation can help to make a home appear occupied even when it is not by automatically turning lights on and off, adjusting window shades, and even playing music or TV shows. This can help to deter potential intruders and make the home a less attractive target for burglary.

A home is often a place where you care for your family and raise them, so it makes sense to ensure that others can help you care for and keep your home safe. Integrity Security is committed to your security and peace of mind. 

With over 50 years of experience in the security business, our team delivers top-quality security systems and products so that you can have peace of mind about your and your family’s safety. 

Contact Integrity Security today to ensure you experience all of these benefits.