It may be a tempting idea to purchase a cheaper alarm system. It is never a good idea to settle for inferior quality when the safety of yourself and your family is at stake. Over and above the standard security concerns, cheap alarm equipment can also be more time and money than it’s worth in the long run when it malfunctions and needs to be replaced earlier than quality equipment.
Here are some factors to consider before you spend money on a cheap alarm system.
Standard security concerns
Passives infraRed. Cheap detectors are easy to avoid and criminals know how to avoid detection by cheaper equipment. Everything they need to know is freely available on the internet. This equipment does not normally provide for cats, dogs, masking and unstable conditions. Battery – Cheap batteries are as good as no battery after 6 months and no battery=no alarm. Panel – Did you ever try to squeeze a cow into your Golf’s boot? How can you squeeze your security into a small panel?
What if the alarm does not detect intruder and the insurance refuses to honor your claim?
Even worse, what if alarm not pick up the intruder and your family gets attacked?
False Alarms
There is no such thing as a false alarm. Either it is a system/device malfunction, triggered deliberately or badly installed by an inferior technician.
Cheap equipment is more likely to malfunction and create false alarms.
If you are connected to a security company false alarms mean having to call or receive calls from the company or having an unexpected visit from a security guard in the middle of the night.
Incorrect Installation
Generally when purchasing cheap alarm equipment, either you or a junior technician will be installing the system. This often leads to situations where incorrect methods of installation are applied.
When buying alarm systems rather talk to Amlec about providing quality equipment and having it professionally installed for a stress free home security experience. Trust your security to a SASSETA accredited provider and don’t spend sleepless nights battling your alarm system.
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Dear Neil, I appreciate your call and thank you for the wonderful service I’ve received and not that I’ve need your company it was nice to know that you just a call away. You welcome to use my comment about Amlec wonderful service and Niel’s personal touch. Kind regards, D.Abbott
D.Abbott – Prestbury, Pietermaritzburg
Hi Neil, I would just like to commend one of your members on their great service, knowledge and being so humble whilst doing the installation. I will get his name wrong but maybe it was Bongi (Sbu) whom came from Peters Security to join your team. Wow he is a real asset to your company , keep up the good work he was very professional in the way he conducted business. kind regards, Jason Mclennan(PostNet Victoria Square)
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Dear Jolene, Thank you to you and your team at Amlec for all the kind assistance and prompt attention during at all times. Every one of you have certainly gone above and beyond the call of duty. It was always a relief to know that I was going to get assistance and guidance during the many times that I could not reach the heirs to intervene. The service was sterling. I am however grateful that this transfer has been concluded
Renusha Govender – Central, Pietermaritzburg
Hi Shonelle, Thanks for the message, much appreciated. I do hope that Barry will be able to sort out what is happening as the Olarm in principle is great and I’ve been very happy dealing with the Amlec control room and armed response teams. The control room people you have are really great and have been very patient and professional, even though this must be quite frustrating for them as well, and it is a huge relief to finally have an armed response time which is acceptable! Looking forward to feedback when available. Kind regards, Kate Watts
Mrs K.Watts – Blackridge – Pietermaritzburg
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Justine Lees – Cape Town
Compliments to the entire team for the attention given to me with the installation of my Radio Device. All is in order and working well. Regards to Wendy – Shonelle and the Technician. Well done - you guys are a good team.
Mr. Omesh Somaroo – Pietermaritzburg
I would like to say how happy I am with Amlecs services. They are attentive organised friendly and always concerned for the safety of this clinic. In all the years I have dealt with security firms professionally, this is the first company that have been so efficient in every aspect of their job. I feel honoured and protected every time they phone me. Thank you once again for looking after us.
Carolynn Stilwell, Greys Hosiptal – Pietermaritzburg
Thanks for your quick response. Compliments to your technicians for their efficient service. Whilst the technicians were on site they passed on tips on maintenance of equipment which is vital for the long life which is sure to keep consumer costs down.
Omesh Somaroo – Pietermaritzburg
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