Burglar alarm systems are popular security devices that many households want but cannot afford. Adding specialist systems is expensive, with prices starting in the hundreds and can exceed £1,000 for larger properties.
But if you're looking to add home security on a budget, the good news is there are plenty of DIY alarm systems that can be effective at a fraction of the price, reports the Mirror. I have the Ring version of his DIY burglar alarm and find it gives me peace of mind whenever I'm away from home for an extended period of time.
Another added benefit is that many of these alarms, including mine, can be controlled via an app on your phone, so you can remotely activate or deactivate the alarm, and receive notifications when the alarm goes off. that you can receive it. We did a fair amount of research, price comparisons, and review research before purchasing our Ring Alarm System, so we know a lot about how to find a bargain among duds.
We looked at what's out there and analyzed some of the product's pros and cons.
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start with ring. As I already mentioned, I have this system in my house. You can purchase different versions with additional parts to make it more effective and cover larger homes and more rooms.
You can save big on Amazon when you buy the 5-piece starter kit as a bundle. Currently priced at 219.99, the kit includes a base station, keypad, one contact sensor, one motion detector, and a range extender.
If you have a big budget and a large home, you are better off choosing an 11-piece alarm kit that includes a base station, keypad, 4 contact sensors, 3 motion detectors, a range extender, and an outdoor siren. .
Adding a siren has a visual deterrent effect on the front of your house, and from my own experience of accidentally activating the siren several times, I can confirm that it is effective in alerting neighbors to abnormalities. I did. The price of that bundle is currently reduced from £409.83 to £349.99.
One of the great things about this alarm is that you can purchase additional parts, such as motion detectors and contact sensors, to add to the system at a later date. Reviews are generally positive, with 84% giving him 5 stars, compared to 2% giving him 1 star.
One reviewer says, “I highly recommend this alarm set. It's 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 trouble getting it to work at all. There wasn't.''
Another user said: “Very nice system. Very easy to install and use the app. I had some issues with the adhesion of the detection device and it would come off sometimes, but in general I would recommend this.” ” he added.
Some negative reviews said they had trouble setting up or had problems with Wi-Fi connectivity.
Ale 5 piece set
Yale also sells a basic five-piece kit, priced at £119. This is slightly cheaper than his £119.99 direct sale from Yale University.
Comes with motion sensor, door/window sensor, external siren and keypad. As with any Ring device, you can also add accessories as needed.
The average review is 4.5 stars. One person said: “I needed a very simple alarm system in my cabin. This seemed fit for purpose and was quite noisy when activated so I was relieved.” Another reviewer said, “Please read the manual, it looks ridiculous.” But I actually said it was wise. It's clear that English is (and is) clear, but there are a few things it's good to know before you start. ”
Another reviewer said the siren was too quiet. B&Q sells a slightly different system, the Yale IA-320 Sync Smart 6-piece alarm, priced at £269.
dummy siren
If you're on a budget and all you need is a visual deterrent, B&Q actually sells a Yale University dummy alarm that looks like a real external siren with flashing LED lights . The price is much cheaper than the actual system at £29.
Screwfix also sells a similar product from ERA, but it's a bit more expensive at £30.99. Simplisafe is also one of the more affordable home security brands that offers a variety of packages to suit your property.