We all understand the need for security sensors to alert is in the event of a break-in, but in the winter months, your home can also be vulnerable to weather-related threats. The right sensors can protect you from fire hazards, frozen pipes, and a host of other seasonal threats. Here are some important reasons to install sensors to protect your home this winter season.
Water – Leaks and Frozen Pipes
If you’ve ever had frozen or leaky pipes, you likely remember the loss and expense vividly. Water is one of the most destructive forces in a home, causing flooding, water damage, pipe damage, mold, and even structural damage. Sensors that detect falling temperatures will alert you in time to protect your pipes from freezing while water leak sensors detect the first signs of water around plumbing, appliances and other sources. These sensors work together to provide you with both prevention alerts as well as early warning throughout your home, including spaces not often travelled like basements, crawl spaces, attics and walls. This can mitigate your losses as well as reduce your repair costs.
Air – Smoke, Heat and Carbon Monoxide
Fire risks increase in the winter with the increased use of space heaters, candles, fireplaces and increased use of heating. Where water is primarily a threat to your valuables, fire is a threat to your loved ones as well. Well placed smoke and heat sensors detect different types of fast moving and slow-moving fires, allowing families to be alerted to the danger while alerting first responders to the threat. Carbon monoxide poisoning can be deadly, and risks increase in the winter in tightly sealed homes where heat runs nonstop. This odorless gas is undetectable to and requires CO sensors to alert the family.
People – Glass Break & Motion Sensors
Break-ins happen year-round. The winter brings unique issues with earlier sunsets and more holiday travel. Installing glass break and motion sensors will alert you to a break-in before it happens, allowing you to gather your family and get to safety while alerting the police. Sensors are a great piece of the home security puzzle but connecting these sensors with additional services such as smart features, app-based interface and partnering with a reputable security company takes your home security to the next level. You will have the ability to monitor your home 24/7 from anywhere in the world, make changes to appliance, temperature and security settings, and know that while you are asleep, your security system will be looking for you. American Alarm offers professional installation, monitoring, and the winter-ready sensor solutions you need to have a happy and safe winter season.