If you're looking for an inexpensive way to keep your home safe, a DIY burglar alarm system may be the answer.
Most homes want a burglar alarm system, but the price can be too high. A professional system can cost several hundred dollars, and for large households it can exceed £1,000.
But don't worry if you're on a tight budget. There are many DIY alarm systems that are very effective and much cheaper. Many of these alarms can also be controlled with an app on your phone. This means you can turn your alarm on or off from anywhere and receive alerts when it goes off.
Here's an overview of some budget options, as reported by Essex Live.
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You can purchase different versions with additional bits to increase functionality and cover larger homes and more rooms.
Save money on Amazon when you purchase the 5-piece starter kit as a bundle. Currently priced at £219.99, it comes with a base station, keypad, one contact sensor, one motion detector and a range extender.
If you have more money and need to cover a larger home, consider the 11-piece alarm kit. This large set includes a base station, keypad, four contact sensors, three motion detectors, a range extender, and an outdoor siren.
Outdoor sirens aren't just for show. Any trouble will attract the attention of neighbors. Currently, this big bundle costs him as low as £349.99, down from £409.83.
This alarm system is great because you can add parts like additional motion detectors and contact sensors later on. Most people who reviewed it liked it, with 84% giving it a top rating, while only 2% were dissatisfied.
Satisfied customers say: “I highly recommend this alarm set as a great way to get started with Ring Alarm Security. I was very impressed with how easy it was to set up and install. I had no problems at all getting it working.”
Another said, “Very good system. Very easy to install and use the app. There are some adhesion issues with the detection device coming off sometimes, but in general I would recommend this.” I shared it.
Some reviewers said they had problems setting up or connecting to Wi-Fi.
Ale 5 piece set
Yale University sells a simple five-piece alarm kit for £119. You can also buy directly from Yale for £119.99.
The kit includes a motion alert, door and window sensors, a loud outdoor alarm, and a keypad. You can add more bits to your Ring device if you want.
People gave this product 4.5 stars out of 5. One person said: “I needed a very simple alarm system for my cabin. This seemed to fit the requirements and I was relieved to find that it was quite noisy when activated.” Another reviewer said after reading: This manual may seem silly, but it's actually smart. In plain English (and clear), here are some things you should know before you start. ”
However, others said the alarm sound was not loud enough. B&Q sells another Yale alarm called the IA-320 Sync Smart 6-piece alarm for £269.
dummy siren
If you don't want to spend a lot of money and just want something scary, B&Q's Fake Yell Alarm is for you. It looks real and even has flashing lights.
Much cheaper than the real alarm's £29.
Screwfix also has an ERA false alarm, which costs a bit more (£30.99). Simplisafe is another brand that offers affordable home security, with different sets for different types of homes.