Emergency signals from your home security system can now be sent via a small cellular radio that your alarm company installs in your home.

It operates independently from your personal cell phone service and should also not be confused with Wi-Fi. Cellular is a far more reliable form of alarm system monitoring than Wi-Fi. It can operate in the event of a temporary power outage since it is not dependent upon your Wi-Fi modem having power. Likewise, if your cable line is cut the cellular monitoring of your home security system is not compromised as it remains in constant communication with the central station.

Another feature is that you can remotely arm and disarm your home security system with your smart phone. In addition, you can receive text alerts. Text notifications include a text alert when there is a power failure in your home, a text alert when your alarm system is either armed or disarmed and a text alert when you alarm system batteries are low among many other customizable text alerts.

Wireless cellular central station monitoring is by far the most secure and reliable form of home security system monitoring. It does come with a higher monthly cost of approximately $10 more per month than landline or Wi-Fi monitoring, but most homeowners believe it is well worth it.

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But first you must make sure that you are not currently under a contract with your existing alarm company. Read your contract. If you cannot find it, call your alarm company and request a copy. Look at the expiration date. See if that contract contains an automatic renewal clause. If so, check to see how long it automatically renews for. In many states, the law prohibits automatic renewal contracts longer than on a month to month basis without written authorization.

In some cases the prior alarm company may have put their own ‘dealer code’ in the panel to make it difficult to switch your Honeywell alarm system to another company. The dealer code essentially locks out another alarm company from using that Honeywell alarm panel. As long as you have fulfilled your obligations under the contract, you are entitled to have that dealer code put back to the factory default code. Alternatively, if the previous alarm company is uncooperative, we can simply replace the control panel with a new Honeywell alarm panel, at no cost to you.

To switch alarm companies, the process is simple. All Island Security has been in business for over 30 years and we have installed thousands of alarm systems all across Long Island. Simply give us a call at 516-747-0233 and we would be glad to walk you through the process. At All Island Security customer service is our top priority.

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However there are instances when the answer can be no. For example, if you are under a contract with ADT you would not be able to have another company monitor your ADT alarm system. But once you have satisfied the terms of that contract you can then switch alarm monitoring companies. Another example would be if you ‘leased’ your ADT alarm system from them, in which case you are ‘married’ to them and you cannot have another company monitor your ADT alarm system.

If you have an ADT alarm system and are not locked into monitoring with them, reach out to one of the many alarm companies on Long Island to see if they offer monitoring services that are competitively priced. Most likely, you will find a company that can use your existing ADT equipment and wiring. Most security companies can reprogram your control panel to work with their own monitoring center, even if ADT has locked the panel.

You may also be interested in upgrading the existing equipment, or perhaps exploring the latest technological advancements available in home security. Also available are smart phone apps that include text message notifications such as when the power in your home fails, or when your back up battery is low in addition to many other optional notifications.

So if you are paying too much for monitoring with ADT right now, contact some local security alarm companies to not only see if they will monitor your existing ADT equipment, but also see what deals they have for switching over from ADT.

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Begin by accessing the Fire Marshal website by clicking this link.

1. At the bottom of the page please find and click on the ‘Online Fire Alarm Permit Renewal’ button.
2. You must enter your current Nassau County Fire Alarm Permit number (P/L number), as listed on the bottom of your renewal letter, opposite your address.
3. For your security, you will be required to enter the words listed in the ‘security challenge’.
4. When your Fire Alarm Permit information appears, please check and make any changes if necessary. For any questions contact them directly at 516-573-9870.
5. When completed, enter your contact and credit card information. This does not have to be the name of the permit holder.
6. After your payment is processed, you will be able to print a temporary permit that will serve as your receipt. You will receive your official permit by US Mail within 60 days.

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In addition, the police as well as your home insurance company will advise you to have an acceptable level of home security. Make sure you have appropriate locks on your doors and windows, and then have a burglar alarm system installed. Be sure to test is monthly to make sure it is in communicating properly with the central monitoring center.

Most insurance companies will even give you a discount on your homeowners insurance if you invest in an burglar alarm system. Adding fire protection will even get you a larger discount, and more importantly it can save a life.

It’s important that you feel safe and secure in your own home, so all things being considered a burglar alarm system is a good investment.

A burglar alarm system is an effective way of protecting your home. But before you decide on the best alarm system for your home, consider the overall safety of your property. Do you have suitable locks on your doors and windows? Do you have shrubs blocking your windows and giving a burglar a place to hide? Have you invested in outdoor lighting?

Also consider investing in timers for your lights indoors, so that they will turn on and off at the appropriate times and give the impression there’s someone at home when you’re away.

There are two types of alarm systems. Hardwired and wireless. A wired system comprises several electronic sensors connected to a control panel by low-voltage wiring. A wireless system uses battery-powered transmitters connected to the control panel by RF radio signals.

Wireless systems are now very reliable, and they are quick and easy to install. The equipment for wired systems is less expensive. However, they can be more expensive to install, as they will require a professional installer to route the wires around your home. 

A burglar alarm system is part of an overall plan to protect your home and family. Always seek the advice of a professional when evaluating the security of your home.

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