Onal Kothari
Architect
Anchor: Onal Kothari
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Choosing a home security system can be a daunty task. Modern systems have a wide range of features and options ranging from a basic setup to complex systems with many sophisticated extras. Here is a checklist for you to look for before purchasing a home security system.

  1. While it is usually possible to find a company with minimal installation costs, they generally require signing a contract committing to stay with the company for an extended period of time. Enquire properly before you choose a company.
  2. There are major differences between a burglar alarm and a home security system. A burglar alarm is the traditional type of alarm system that has sensors on doors and windows. But a home security system can also warn you about environmental dangers, such as fire, carbon monoxide and even flooding.
  3. Markets are full of electric as well as solar-operated security systems where a traditional system is powered by electricity and costs less whereas a solar-powered system is expensive. But if you are looking for an eco-friendly solution that will provide security even when there is no electricity, this is the best option.
  4. Go through your home and decide the areas that need to be protected, making sure to count window and door sensors and motion detectors.
  5. Enquire about the kind of monitoring the system does. Some protect against burglary whereas others may include fire and smoke detectors as well.
  6. Security systems can include remote monitoring of alarms, audio services, video cameras and digital locking systems. Select the one that suits your requirement.
  7. The latest version offers remote access to your unit. You can arm or disarm, view video, lock or unlock doors. Some systems can be accessed on the internet or through mobile applications.
  8. Look for extra features in the system. If you can control your door lock online, why not add the capability to turn on your lights or start the coffee pot. Make sure to get the best of your requirement.
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Onal Kothari
Architect

Onal Kothari started her design career with commercial interior designing. She is an architect, blogger, traveller , urban sketcher and imaginator. She interned with Laurie Baker architects and worked for Avnish Singh Design before venturing out on her independent working. Started working on interior architecture projects quite early in her career, she believes that all the designers have the perfect project in their mind and they follow it in every step of their career.

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