The alarm installation industry has experienced continued growth as more and more people look to secure their homes and businesses. With this growth comes increased risks— it’s important to make sure you are protecting your business and your employees from potential threats. Central Insurance Agency is prepared to provide you with a custom insurance solution to fit your needs.
Fidelity ADT has warned clients of a new favorite target for theft – outdoor beams for alarm systems.
“Criminals often target outdoor detection beams, not only to make it easier for them to break into your home later but also as a means to sell them for some extra cash,” Fidelity ADT district manager for Pretoria Leon Muller said.
“Criminals know that a lot of homeowners do not activate their outdoor beams when they are home. This makes them easy pickings.”
Muller said that over the weekend of 6-7 February and into the following week, they have seen numerous reports from homeowners in Centurion that their outdoor detection beams have been stolen.
“We are urging all our customers to safeguard your outdoor detection beams, to keep you safer,” Muller said.
“These outdoor beams act as an early warning detection system and offer valuable time to security companies responding to your emergency.”
Muller offered the following tips for residents in light of the increasing trend of outdoor beam theft:
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Always arm your alarm, and especially your outdoor beams when you are at home
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Make sure to test your alarm and beams regularly to pick up if any of them are faulty
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Report stolen beams or other small items to the police
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Make sure to keep yourself safe by using your alarm all the time
If you have outdoor pets, or if something is setting off your alarm beams frequently make sure to check what is causing the issue. It could be a tree blowing in the wind or rodents and insects.