The benefit of both systems is no wiring. It’s very difficult for these systems to be tampered with by burglars and are even harder to hack.
A wireless security system is one that, again, requires no wiring for the sensors to communicate with an internal control panel. They are connected wirelessly to each unit inside your home. The unit is then capable of communicating with a central station and your smart app via Wi-Fi in your home or a cellular tower in your area alerting you of any intrusions. Older systems utilized POTS lines, or Plain Old Telephone Service lines, which are unreliable in most circumstances.
Cellular and Wi-Fi alarm systems use cellular technology (just like your smartphone) to connect your security system or the Wi-Fi in your home. It’s more secure and reliable since it can use either form of communication to relay signals if one or the other goes down. So no phone line is needed for this type of alarm to connect to a monitoring station as well. These systems are also compatible with your smart home devices. You can lock your doors and turn on lights when you’re away, so people think you are at home. Another benefit to this system is if your internet is intermittent or you have a poor signal, this system is more reliable, as it can relay signals through the cellular network.
The benefit of both systems is no wiring. It’s very difficult for these systems to be tampered with by burglars and are even harder to hack. If you want to learn more about either system, please feel free to contact us. QCBN
By Jon and Jamie Aten
Jon and Jamie Aten are the owners of All West Fire & Security, a family-owned business, which has been keeping Arizonans safe in Prescott for nearly 30 years. They’ve designed and installed thousands of fire protection and security systems for industrial, commercial, residential and special hazard clients. They work closely with architects and contractors to ensure your new construction or remodeling project meets all safety code requirements. All West Fire & Security are experts in smart home automation, state-of-the-art fire suppression systems, inspections, sprinklers, fire alarms, fire extinguishers, monitoring, intrusion alarms, security cameras, badge access systems, backflow certifications and more.