Choosing an alarm system for your home can be tricky sometimes. People are often in dilemma when they have a wide range of home alarm systems to choose from. Specifications and features are key factors that help you choose the best system for your property.

The cost of your purchase can have a significant impact on your decision. Sometimes people are not willing to pay a hefty amount and don’t want to invest too much in home alarm systems.They eventually end up purchasing a cheap alarm system that does not last long and causes frequent problems. However, this does not imply that you must purchase an expensive kit.

As a security specialist, we have worked with several customers. And we do understand that cost is a major concern for most of you. Here we are with the most cost-effective systems that will never disappoint you and are super reliable.

Tip: We highly recommend our customers to get their alarms serviced regularly. This would enhance the efficiency and performance of the system, and you can avoid abrupt faults of the system.

1) Yale 6400 Home Alarm System

Yale 6400 Home Alarm System

Yale 6400 is one of Yale’s most popular alarm systems. What we like about this system is that it’s user-friendly. It comes with an easy-to-use kit with a basic keypad-operated system. It doesn’t cost you a lot, so it’s the preferred choice for people looking for a budget-friendly system that solves their basic home security needs.

What are the main features?
  • This is a telecommunicating system that will call you when triggered.
  • It has a two-zone setting that can be set in the night and when you go out.
  • You can add up to 3 emergency contacts.
  • It comes with a wireless range of 30 meters.
  • It uses easy to use alkaline batteries.
  • You can add up to 20 additional devices.
  • It can be made PET-friendly.
What components are included in the package?
  • LCD Control panel with internal siren
  • 2*Door contacts
  • 2*PIR Motion sensors
  • A Live Siren
  • One Dummy Siren
  • A Telephone Link
  • One Year onsite warranty from FHA
Can you customise it?

Yes, of course!

You can always choose from the following set of compatible add-ons for the Yale 6400.

  1. PET-friendly PIR sensors
  2. Additional PIR Sensors
  3. Additional door/window contacts
  4. Remote Key fobs
  5. Panic Button
  6. Linked smoke alarms
  7. Wireless Panel
Where is it most suitable?

Yale 6400 is ideal for flats, apartments, terraced/semi-terraced/detached homes.

How much it costs?

6400 Yale alarm comes in 2 variants:

  1. Yale 6400 premium alarm is for £399.00, including fitting and VAT.
  2. Yale 6400 pet-friendly alarm is for £419.00, including fitting and VAT.
Why do we recommend this system?

Since our inception, we have been working with Yale products. We’ve been supplying and installing a range of Yale alarms. Yale 6400 is the best budget-friendly alarm ever. It’s simple and easy to use, and it’s a self-monitored alarm. If you are not looking for a highly advanced system and want full alarm control, Yale 6400 is a steal deal.

2) Visonic Powermaster 10 Home Alarm System

Visonic Powermaster 10 Alarm System

Visonic has been a popular name in the home security industry and has manufactured a wide range of alarm systems with the latest technologies and standards. Powermaster alarms are the latest and most popular alarm series to date. They use their patented PowerG technology to make the wireless system more reliable and robust. Powermaster 10 is their most affordable yet potent and reliable wireless alarm system. It’s a highly secure and robust device that delivers an incredible performance. It also comes with PET-friendly PIR sensors.

What are the main features?
  • It is a telecommunicating alarm that will call you when triggered
  • It uses a two-way telecommunicating technology and has an optional GSM/GPRS or IP modules that can be used to send alerts
  • Upgrade to camera sensors (optional)
  • Can have up to 8 user codes
  • zone controllable (can be set in the night and when you go out)
  • It supports different languages (choose your preferred language)
  • EN50131 Grade 2 alarm
What components are included in the package?
  • Powermaster 10 control panel
  • 2*PIR Motion sensors
  • A Magnetic Door Contact
  • A Remote control Keyfob
  • One Live External Siren
  • One Year onsite warranty with FHA Security
Can you customise it?

Yes, you can tailor it to your needs.

The following add-ons and accessories can be used with the standard kit.

  • PIR/PET-friendly Motion Sensors
  • Camera integrated Sensor
  • Glass Break Sensor
  • Curtain Sensor
  • Shock Contact
  • Door Contacts
  • Keyfobs
  • Panic Button
  • Live Siren
  • Dummy Siren
  • Wireless Keypad & Tag reader
  • Wireless Portable Keypad
  • Smoke detector
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Outdoor Sensor
  • GSM Dialler
  • IP Module
  • Tower Cam PG2
Where is it most suitable?

Powermaster 10 is ideal for any property. You can always talk to us and get a property survey done to get the best recommendations for your property type.

 

How much it costs?
  1. Powermaster 10 Wireless Alarms which will cost you £449.00 including fitting and VAT
  2. Powermaster 10 Camera Wireless Alarm is a bit more expensive and will cost you £849, including fitting and VAT. This kit comes with 2 camera sensors instead of the PIR motion sensors in the standard Powermaster 10 wireless kit that gives your property an extra layer of security.
Why do we recommend this system?

We recommend the Visonic alarm system as the most trusted brand in the security area. Powermaster 10 has been their most affordable wireless system to date. It allows you to monitor your alarm and can be accessed via your Smartphone app. This system is a blend of quality and efficiency.

3) RISCO CommPact Home Alarm System

Risco CommPact Alarm System

RISCO CommPact is known for its streamlined, compact, and brilliant space-saving size. It is a smart wireless alarm that provides cost-effective security for any property. It comes with a free remote app that lets you access the alarm and view any alerts in case of an intrusion.

 

What are the main features? 
  • In-built interface with Wi-Fi communication module allowing the alarm to be connected to your broadband for remote access through a smartphone app
  • Event notification to users and standalone two-way audio capability
  • You can remotely operate the alarm from the Smart app.
What components are included in the package?
  • CommPact Control Panel
  • A Live Siren
  • 2*PIR Motion Detectors
  • A Door Contact
  • A Remote Keyfob
  • One Year Onsite Warranty with FHA Security
Can you customise it?

RISCO can also be customised, just like Yale and Visonic alarms. Choose from the following list of add-ons to customise your CommPact alarm system.

  1. PIR Motion Sensors
  2. Shock Contact
  3. Door Contacts
  4. Remote Keyfobs
  5. Panic Button
  6. Smoke detector
  7. Carbon Monoxide Detector
  8. Outdoor Sensor
Where is it most suitable?

Risco CommPact is ideal for larger residential properties with no telephone line. Call the office to get a property survey to get the best recommendations for your property.

How much it costs?

RISCO CommPact will cost you £499.00, including fitting and VAT.

Why do we recommend this system?

If you’re looking for a compact alarm system, then RISCO is the ideal system for you. Besides, the RISCO app, iRISCO, is the best security Smartphone app that allows remote access to your alarm system via your Smartphone.

Conclusion

We are a home security specialist helping residential and business owners across the United Kingdom with their home security problems. We supply and install a wide range of customised burglar alarms and CCTVs from top brands. Our team of experts works diligently to help our customers solve their security problems. If you are looking for the best security advice on your property, please contact us at 020 3137 8727/ 0800 193 8727. You can also send us an email to hello@fhasecurity.co.uk.