What To Look For In Home Security Systems

Technology has come a long way when it comes to home security systems - and fortunately, these innovations have become much more affordable as well.

Protecting your home in Newcastle or the Central Coast has never been easier, but there are some important things to consider when choosing the right security system for your home or business.


This article will provide a guide on the important factors you should consider before investing in security for your home or business.

Back to base alarm systems have been used effectively for decades. When a sensor is tripped, an alarm (audible or silent) sounds and a security company and/or police are notified. This is effective for protecting your premises, but a security system provides many more options to protect your people, property and possessions.

For example, using a security system with around the clock footage coming from cameras will enable you to check for other hazards. If you are away from home, you can check your property for fire, floods or other environmental hazards. Burglar alarms tend to be invisible as well. Cameras are a visual deterrent against crime, plus this footage can be used in court to prosecute would-be intruders.

Finally, security systems can also be used as baby monitors, to monitor visitors or workers in your home and even to check up on pets when you are away from home.

There are many options available and you can get a high-tech camera array for a reasonable price that comes packed full of features. The minimal requirement you want from your camera is the ability to capture HD vision in at least 1080p resolution and also WiFi capability so that it will connect to your internet. You don't want blurry footage where offenders cannot be identified. There are some other useful features to look out for, including:

Motion Sensing Alerts

When the camera senses movements it will alert you via SMS or email and you can gain instant vision on your mobile device

Night vision

Infrared LED will capture clear footage even when it is pitch black

Reliable power

Choosing solar-powered cameras with battery backup is the best solution in case the mains power is cut

Sensor lights

Having a floodlight attached to the camera that engages when there is movement is an excellent deterrent

Cloud storage

So that all footage is uploaded securely to the cloud and you effectively have an endless capacity