Are you looking to save some money on your home insurance? Well, one of the best ways to do this is by improving the security of your property. When you ask for a quote the provider will typically ask you about the locks you have on doors and windows, and there’ll also enquire as to whether you have a burglar alarm fitted.
By making security improvements you’ll give your home greater protection against intruders and a burglar alarm is one excellent way to do just that. What you need to know though, is the best type to have installed.
[tweetable]The Metropolitan Police Office has said that by just having an alarm installed you are less likely to be the victim of a break-in.[/tweetable]
Of course, always make sure you compare quotes between home insurers if you want to get the best deal available, but each insurer will offer a discount if you have an alarm fitted. There are five main options to consider and your insurer will ask for full details on the type you have.
The five options include:
- NUD Audible-Only Alarm
- NUD Monitored Alarm
- Nacoss Audible-Only Alarm
- Nacoss Monitored Alarm
- SSAIB Alarm Fitted
So what’s the difference between them then? If you invest in an audible-only alarm you have exactly what is says on the tin. If your property is broken into, the alarm will make a loud siren like noise, alerting everyone around you there’s a problem. How long do you think any intruder is going to stick around in such a racket?
[tweetable]Monitored alarms are preferred by home insurers because they’re directly linked to the police or a security agency.[/tweetable] When triggered, someone will telephone your house phone and ask for a security word. If your alarm is linked to the police you’ll get a call-out response too. To prevent false alarms, police require both a door and sensor alarm to be activated.
If you are looking to know how much a burglar alarm costs then check out of guide. Alternatively if you are looking to get up to 4 quotes for a burglar alarm then we can help put you in touch with trusted installers.