Installation of a home surveillance system can benefit you, your family, and your property in quite a few ways. Your Lake of the Ozarks, MO home will become safer, forcing burglars to think twice before targeting your home. Your home will also be protected against extensive damage and you’ll save money in the long run on a few budget items, including your home insurance premium.

When you consult with a professional security system installer like 3D Smart Homes, there’s no need to become an expert on the best indoor and outdoor cameras or smart home control systems. A professional will discover your needs, design a system specifically for your home, and install a fully functional solution.

Keep reading to learn how you will benefit from a properly installed home surveillance system.

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1. Professional Planning and Execution

A certified professional like 3D Smart Homes undergoes rigorous background checks and is knowledgeable about the latest trends in home technologies. They are also familiar with the common security requests other homeowners have, but will consult you regarding specific requirements for your property. Then they’ll design a custom home surveillance system and follow through with its installation. In case you hadn’t thought of a particular aspect of surveillance system - like adding a humidity sensor in a basement - a professional will be an informative and well-trained resource for you and your family.

2. Make Burglars Think Twice

According to the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Statistics, burglars are most attracted to homes without home surveillance systems, yet only 17 percent of homes have installed a security system. Perimeter cameras, monitoring service placards, and well-lit outside areas all serve as deterrents to potential thieves and ne’er-do-wells. If something does happen, perhaps a burglar breaks a window or forces open a door, motion sensors will automatically detect the action. 

With a professionally installed home surveillance system, you will be notified of the disturbance on your smartphone; and if you have remote monitoring, the authorities could be dispatched immediately to respond to the situation. If your home surveillance system is part of your whole home automation system, you could also set all of your smart lighting to turn on automatically when an incident occurs, surprising the burglar and discouraging them from staying around for long.

3. Protect Against Extensive Damage

A professional can install a variety of smart devices throughout your Lake of the Ozarks, MO property as part of your home surveillance system. Anything detected by a smoke alarm or carbon monoxide detector will alert you via notification sent to your smart devices. If you’re home, sirens will alert you and your family of the danger and you can take action to find safety. If you are away, authorities will be dispatched to stop potential property damage.

Water damage is the second highest insurance claim homeowners make, with an average cost of $10,000. A professional surveillance installer can add water sensor detectors to your system. Some can automatically shut off the main water source in your home when a leak is detected. Many have temperature monitoring, so you’re alerted if there’s a possibility of your pipes freezing and on the verge of bursting – definitely a home-saver in Missouri winters!

4. Remote Monitoring

While you can choose to monitor all of these systems yourself via your smart device, you may want to go a step further and acquire professional monitoring of your home surveillance system. If you’re asleep at night you will more than likely miss the push notification on your phone. A professional security company can monitor your system remotely and ensure incidents are responded to when you’re unavailable to respond yourself. 

5. Save Money

This may go against what many believe but having a properly installed surveillance system can save you money! Your homeowner’s insurance premium will go down, you will shrink potential water and fire-related loss, and you’ll increase your Lake of the Ozarks home’s value.

Beyond the five reasons above, the best benefit you’ll receive with a home surveillance system is peace of mind. 3D Smart Homes would be happy to assist you on your design and installation journey. Use our online form to get started or call us today – (417) 413-4415. We look forward to working with you.