Archive: this article refers to advice published in 2017, not a current incident report.
A good quality house alarm is part of the wider security measures for your home. Professional installation and ongoing maintenance help keep it reliable.
People sometimes say that nobody pays attention to an alarm. Repeated activations from old or poorly maintained equipment can contribute to that problem. A system designed for the property, used correctly and serviced regularly helps avoid unnecessary activations.
This article originally shared advice from Cleveland Police in July 2017. For advice on an existing alarm or a new installation, contact Sentry Security.
Original attribution: Cleveland Police. The source links published in 2017 may no longer be available.
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