For a successful security system installation – it is crucial to factor in maintenance as an ongoing operational requirement for the duration of the security system installation life cycle. Certain systems require more maintenance than others and some key factors can help determine the frequency of security system maintenance activities. Planned preventative maintenance, or PPM …
A number of methods exist to do maintenance on a security system installation, the simplest of which is to do it yourself or to call the office handyman and ask him or her to fix a particular problem. This will be in order if the presumed problem simply requires the replacement of an item that …
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With a notable increase in crime and the threat of load shedding constantly hanging over our heads, it’s important to understand the implications for your alarm system when the power goes out. Generally speaking, your traditional alarm system is typically powered by a 16V AC plug-in transformer with a 12V DC battery backup. What this …
What happens to your alarm system if the electricity goes out? Read More »