A wireless alarm is a great option if you want to improve your home security without having cables chased into your walls.
At EJB Electrical, an Ajax wireless alarm installation can cost around £675–£1,200 depending on the size of the system and what you need it to do. We recently installed an Ajax system at a new-build detached home on The Shaw, where the homeowners wanted better security without damaging their freshly decorated walls.
Why choose a wireless alarm?
If you’ve just moved into a new home, the last thing you probably want is someone drilling into walls and running cables everywhere.
The sensors communicate with the main alarm system without needing cables running between them, so installation can usually be much quicker and less disruptive than a traditional wired system.
For the couple on The Shaw, this was a big part of the appeal. They’re both professionals in their 30s and had recently moved into their new-build home. They wanted to improve the security but didn’t want to start making holes in their lovely new walls.
Is a wireless alarm suitable for a new-build?
Absolutely, in fact, new-build homes can be particularly well suited to wireless systems because you don’t have to worry about hiding cables behind finished walls. You can position sensors where they’re actually needed, rather than letting the existing wiring dictate where everything goes.
For the homeowners on The Shaw, we were able to install their Ajax system without the disruption you’d normally associate with running new alarm cables.
How does a wireless alarm work?
Sensors are placed around your home and communicate wirelessly with the alarm hub. Depending on the system you choose, these can include door and window contacts, motion detectors and other security devices.
If something triggers the system, the alarm can alert you so you know what’s happening. The exact setup will depend on your home and what you’re looking to protect. A three-bedroom house, for example, may need a different arrangement from a much larger property with several entrances and outbuildings. That’s why we prefer to have a proper chat with customers before deciding what equipment they need.
What does it cost?
There’s no one price that applies to every home. The Ajax system we installed on The Shaw falls within the typical £675–£1,200 range, depending on the equipment and setup required. It’s worth thinking about what you actually want your alarm to do rather than simply choosing the biggest system available.
Do you mainly want protection when you’re out? Would you like to set the alarm while you’re asleep? Do you have a garage or other areas you’d like to include? These are all things we can talk through before installation.
Can a wireless alarm be changed later?
One of the nice things about wireless systems is that they can be flexible.
If you decide later that you’d like another sensor or want to protect an additional area, it’s often possible to add to the system rather than replacing everything. That’s useful as your needs change. You might have a new extension built, start using a garage differently or simply decide you’d like another area covered.
For homeowners looking at a wireless alarm installation in Hatfield Heath, this flexibility can be a real advantage.
At EJB Electrical, we’ll look at your property, listen to what you’re concerned about and recommend a system that makes sense for you.
If you’re considering a wireless alarm installation in Hatfield Heath and want to improve your home’s security without unnecessary disruption, contact EJB Electrical today by phone on 01279 939600 or via our contact form. We’d be happy to talk through your options.