Alarm Systems On Long Island – Long Island Security Systems

Will my insurance company give me a discount for installing an alarm system?

Yes, Discounts vary between 10-20% with the maximum being given for systems monitored for fire as well as burglary.

What if I have pets?

The newest technology to use is called Pet Smart motion sensors, which allows for pet movement while still providing protection if humans enter the home. A pet immune motion sensor is specifically designed so that a pet under a certain weight will not cause a false alarm. This is achieved through state of the art technology which differentiate the characteristics of human and pets.

How do I update my call list?

Call our office and we will update your call list over the phone,by fax or by E-mail.

What other devices can be monitored by our alarms?

Smoke Detectors / Carbon Monoxide Detectors / Panic Buttons / Low Temperature Sensors / High Temperature Sensors
Medical Alert for the Elderly / Wireless Arm/Disarm Remotes / Flood Detectors / Glass Break Detectors

In an emergency can I summon the police or fire departments?

Yes, most of our keypads have emergency Police and Fire panic buttons.

What is the best way to protect my premises?

All perimeter opening that is easily accessed. EVERY exterior door, motion detectors for backup and smoke detectors for fire protection.

Does Computer controlled security charge for false alarms from my home security system?

Computer Controlled Security never charges for a false alarms but local police may.

What happens when the alarm goes off?

A trained dispatcher will call your home/office to verify if you have set the alarm off by mistake asking for your password.
If there is no answer or if the correct password is not given, the police are immediately notified and then your call list. Your control panel is a computerized system that sends modem speed communications to the Central office that identifies which door/window/motion detector or smoke has triggered the alarm. The police are given accurate information as to where the intrusion or smoke took place. Computer Controlled Security then contacts you,a designated friend or relative. Your alarm will automatically shut off within 5-15 minutes and rearm itself.

What happens in the advent of a power failure?

The system has a back-up supply battery, housed in the control panel, for this emergency. It will recharge itself once the power returns.

Can the system be set when we are in for the evening?

Yes, arming your system by bypassing interior zones (such as motion detectors). This allows you to walk around your home while still having the perimeter protection on. This is where a complete security system have benefits over the lower cost basic Free Alarms

What are the main components of an Alarm System?

Control Panel with battery back-up / Keypad / Siren / Door / Window Sensors or transmitters / (wireless systems)
Motion detector(s)

Additional security components include:
Glass Break detector(s) /
Carbon monoxide detector(s) /
Low/High temperature device /
Wireless keyfob remotes /
Full Data Radio backup

Are wireless systems prone to false alarms or affected by errant radio transmissions?

No, the technology today is very sophisticated, we use Napco Gemini wireless security systems which are top rated in wireless technology.

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