Frequently asked security sensor questions

A security sign for your home can be a great deterrent to burglars. Of course, it's more than just a sign - it shows that your home is protected by a security system and serves as a warning to would-be intruders who could be caught:

• An alarm will sound if the home is breached when the system is armed, alerting the homeowner and the neighborhood. If a system is backed by 24/7 monitoring, that support team will also receive notification of a break-in.
• Most home security systems include outdoor surveillance cameras. Burglars know this and don’t want their crimes or identities recorded. Digital Home Security’s outdoor cameras take security a step further and actually alert intruders that they’ve been spotted.
• Would-be burglars often assume they can enter a home undetected through a backdoor or window. Stickers and signs placed on back windows and in the backyard can further prevent intrusion.
• Burglary detection as part of a security system adds another layer of protection. And that means motion sensors, door and window sensors, and glass break sensors. If any of these are triggered, an alarm will sound.

Digital Home Security offers wireless motion sensors that use infrared technology to detect motion. These so-called passive infrared sensors (PIR) are the most commonly used sensors in private homes.

PIR sensors detect infrared radiation or heat. Since both humans and animals emit a lot of heat, the sensor detects motion by detecting the temperature difference between the background and the warm body.

Effective motion detectors are essential to a comprehensive home security system because they can detect intruders and trigger the alarm. Combine with other home security products such as video recorders, glass break detectors, security cameras, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and smart locks for comprehensive protection.

Several alarm sensors can help detect burglars and prevent intrusion:

• Motion sensors. If movement is detected while your system is armed, an alarm will sound and you’ll receive an alert on your smartphone. With a Digital Home Security system, the security monitoring team will be notified so they can contact you or the authorities if you’re unavailable.
• Door and window sensors. An intruder attempting entry through a door or window while the system is armed will trigger an alarm. The monitoring team will immediately be notified and you’ll receive an alert on your smartphone.
• Glass break sensors. Glass break sensors set off an alarm when glass is broken, adding an extra layer of protection to your windows and home exterior.

Window sensors are a key component of any home security system. Many entry systems come with a set number of window sensors and offer the option to add more for an additional fee. However, for maximum protection, it is recommended to install sensors on every window, although many people choose to only install sensors on first-floor windows.

As you explore your options for Digital Home Security systems, our professionals can help you choose the right number of window sensors for your home. We will then install them for you.