Home Security Information: Hard-wired VS Wireless Home Security Systems

Home Security Information: Hard-wired VS Wireless Home Security Systems

Which is better? Hard-wired home security systems or wireless ones? Let's take a look:

Hard-wired systems are believed to be a better option than wireless ones, but this popular belief is probably triggered by the fact that a neat network of wires creates a better impression of safety and security by giving you something visible and concrete to look at.

Hard-wired systems can be inconvenient to install, so it’s best to opt for them if you’re in the process of building your home. This is usually referred to as pre-wiring. Pre-wiring also includes installing additional outlets at strategic points for later use. Install several outlets even if you aren’t planning to use them all at once, because you’ll save yourself a lot of trouble later.

You can also opt for standard sensors at spots where you’d like to upgrade your system later. Alternatively, you could just set up the wires and cover them up with a panel, which will work...

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