Home Security Alarm Best Practices * Buy only the home security alarm features that you need. * Buy the alarm system that you will use every day. * Buy a quality home security alarm system and only cry once. * Use a local alarm installer for access to service and repairs. Interview by Grant Clauser with The Wirecutter. Podcast Time Stamps: -- Misconceptions about home security alarm being burglar-proof. -- Interview begins with Grant Clouser at The Wirecutter. -- Home Security Alarm is a box with circuit boards and wires. -- Alarm sensors monitor every window, door, and interior space. -- Quality of alarm components can vary so beware of discounts. -- Home security alarm systems have a high false-alarm rate. -- Police respond to 95% false alarms. Will issue citations for abuse. -- Hire a local good installer that offers repair and maintenance. -- How reliable are the inexpensive wireless alarm systems? -- How can you evaluate the quality of alarm monitoring services? -- Home security alarm component with greatest crime deterrent. -- Quality infra-red motion sensors allow walk-testing coverage. -- Be an educated consumer to avoid alarm system sales fraud. Home Security Alarm System Tips * 60% of burglars will bypass a home with alarm signs.* * DIY self-installed alarms have higher false alarm rate. * Some unsecured wireless systems can be hacked. * Wireless DIY alarms is best fit for small apartments. * Beware of door-to-door alarm system salesmen. * Many alarm salesmen are not trained security specialists. * Read the fine-print in alarm monitoring contracts. * Make a commitment to use your alarm system every day. * Keep your emergency phone contact list up to date. * Home Security Alarm use will soon become a habit. * Periodically test different door and window alarm sensors. * Call your central station contractor and request a live sensor test. * Teach your children how to use the home security alarm. * Ask your alarm contractor to make a periodic system inspection. * 2012 Alarm Industry Research and Educational Foundation Study Related Home Security Alarm Podcasts * Home Security Burglars, Robbers, Safe Rooms * 10 Reasons Why Burglars Choose Your Home * Home Invasion Robbery Scotty McCreery American Idol Star Learn More about Premises Liability Litigation Download the book written by Crime School host Chris McGoey. * Security Expert's Guide to Premises Liability Litigation. * Evaluating Crime Foreseeability and Inadequate Security Cases. * Crime School is influenced by feedback so contribute your ideas for future discussion. * Please share Crime School content on social media so others might benefit. * Help Crime School be discovered by leaving a 5-Star Rating & Review in iTunes. * Thank you for participating in Crime School and doing your part in...