Alarm systems are the electronics methods me implement to protect ourselves and our possessions against theft, burglary and home invasion. Alarm systems can be applied to almost anything, from a bicycle to a villa in Tuscany. South Africans live in a crime based climate with high instances of violent crime and armed house invasion, for this reason, we rely heavily on alarm systems to protect us against intruders and burglars.

The first asset that is usually protected by an alarm system, usually one that come standard out of the factory is our car. Car alarm systems vary depending on the model of car you drive, the manufacturer and the level of paranoia you feel when driving around. Car alarm systems are made up of two components, the first being the triggering apparatus, the second being the alarm response mechanism. The triggering device in an alarm system is different in almost every model, it refers to the method in which the alarm is set off, and this may be a car door being opened, a window breaking or the engine being turned on without the key. When this specific incident occurs, the alarm system is triggered and will begin the alarm alert, this may be a noise such as a siren hooked up to the battery or a trigger on a hooter, it may also be visible in that the lights on the car begin to flash and it may also be slightly more advanced in that it may send an sms to announce the alarm systems being triggered to the owner.

South Africa has a very high instance of home invasion and armed robbery, for this reason home alarm systems are vital and very common. I you want the most out of your home alarm system then you should invest in one which does not only sound a literal alarm but also calls an armed response team to attention in defence of your home and your family. You can get very advanced alarm systems for your house; these might even include infrared lights to detect intruders as well as CCTV surrounding your property. And early warning of an intruder is the best defence you have.