An alarm system is a fundamental part of any home. Although Southern Colorado has a very low crime rate, the piece of mind offered by a security system offsets its cost. Especially when the security system can do more than detect intrusion.

In its basic form the security system detects unwanted entry. It does this by using a wide range of devices. From simple contacts that indicate if a door or window has been opened, to advanced motion detectors, glass break detectors, and screens over windows that allow fresh air in and the keep the bad guys out. There is a detection device for virtually any application.

Security systems may also provide life saving warning of a fire. Many areas of Southern Colorado require monitored fire systems. Not only will a monitored fire system notify your family of danger, but they will also alert the authorities of the fire whether you are home or not. It would be awful to lose your possessions in a fire, but without the monitoring required in these areas your fire could cause the loss of an entire community when the fire spreads to the forest and scrub around your home. Connected Technologies system designers and technicians have been professionally trained in residential fire detection system design and installation.

Beyond the basics, a security system can add many cost effective automation features to your home including temperature automation, remote access, and simple lighting control.

Imagine adjusting the temperature automatically every time you leave the house. By allowing the overall temperature of your home to be just a few degrees lower when you are not home you save substantial amounts on your utility bill. Vacation houses benefit from this feature by allowing the home to maintain a low temperature setting while unoccupied. Then through any touch tone telephone you can raise the temperature to a comfortable setting a few days before you arrive.

Worried about your home while on vacation? With remote access you can call your home from any touch tone phone in the world and check its status. The system can be armed and disarmed, temperature can be adjusted, and lights turned on or off through a voice mail type interface.

Do you hate driving up to a dark house? Our security system can automatically activate lights at preset times, by telephone, or by a key fob remote from the driveway. Lighting automation also enhances the security system by turning on lights during alarm situations.

While not necessarily part of the security system close circuit cameras can also enhance safety. Cameras can be placed inside or outside your home allowing you to monitor the front yard, the pool, or the baby's room from any television. With a computer interface the cameras can be viewed from all over the world. Whether you are concerned about intruders, want to keep tabs on junior, or need to check the weather cameras are a simple and effective enhancement.

In short, a security system can add much more than just security to your home. It can make your home more efficient and more accessible.

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