The heat has rolled in, and it’s not going anywhere soon.  With the heavy and humid summer months upon us, it is time for everyone in the family to put their swimsuit on and take a refreshing dip in the pool.  Lucky are those who happen to have a pool in their very own back yard—something sure to draw in lots of friends and acquaintances looking for some reprieve from the scorching heat.  Having a home swimming pool is a real joy in this regard, though from a home security point of view it also raises certain safety questions, and any home owner with a pool on their property needs to be active in guaranteeing the wellbeing of all.

The first thing that needs to happen is that people need to be made aware of the safety concerns when enjoying the pool and the surrounding area.  Sitting down with family members to explain the rules in depth and the reasons behind those rules is fundamental, as everyone living there should be fully up to speed on the issue; also, it’s necessary to have a quick talk with any other people that come to use the pool that aren’t members of the family.  Having a sign up near the pool reiterating the rules is a good idea, too.

The basic home security rules for the pool are that there is no running allowed, and secondly that diving head first is only allowed in the deep end (if there is one; otherwise it should be totally prohibited).  Thirdly, children should never be allowed to swim or be near the pool on their own; only once a child has demonstrated advanced swimming talents and have surpassed a certain minimal age is it alright for them to use the pool alone.  Fourthly, there should be absolutely no pushing or pulling at all—falls caused because of this behavior can be very bad if not fatal.

It’s best to have a fence surrounding the pool area, with a child-proof lock on the inside, standing at least 4 feet tall.  You can have your home security system configured so that doors leading to the pool can trigger the home alarm, which may not be such a bad idea.  Ultimately, just make sure to talk about pool safety rules in depth and beginning at a young age for your children: the more they understand, the better off everyone will be.

The choice to invest in a home security system is one that makes a great deal of sense today.  However, if you are interested in purchasing a home security system, you will need to know what makes a viable option and what is a poor choice for your needs.  What elements do you need in a security system?  A plethora of different options exists on the market and not all of them make sense for your needs.  Here, you will find a guide designed to help you choose the best security system for your home.

Monitored or Unmonitored – The greatest difference in home security systems comes in the choice of monitored systems or unmonitored systems.  Unmonitored systems are often very affordable and can be installed in a very short time, requiring no special experience or skills.  However, the fact that they are unmonitored is a hindrance.  In short, these are nothing more than a very loud alarm, which sounds when the system is triggered.  A monitored system, such as one from ADT Security Services, offers considerably more benefits.  Because the system is monitored 24-hours per day, your safety is much greater.  The monitoring center will alert the police, fire department, ambulance or other authorities and have help on the way immediately.  Obviously, an unmonitored system is incapable of this.

Expandability – How expandable is the security system in question?  Your security needs are unlikely to remain static.  Life is change and this applies to your security system, as to all else.  A quality security system will be able to grow with your family, changing as your needs change.  In addition, you should be able to scale the system down when the time comes.  This gives you the best of all worlds, wrapped up in a security system that will evolve as your security needs change.

Wired or Wireless – The question of a wired or wireless system is one that has created great debate around the nation.  Wired systems are more reliable, but wireless systems are less intrusive and are expandable.  However, the best system lies somewhere in the middle.  In fact, a hybrid security system using a wired control center and wireless peripherals is the best way to ensure that the system works properly and reliably, as well as ensuring that you can expand the system without serious damage being done to the walls of your home.

Levels of Coverage – The number of coverage and protection types offered by your alarm system is also important.  For instance, a good alarm system will offer protection from burglary, fire and smoke, carbon monoxide, freezing temperatures (for your water pipes) and even flood protection.  It is vital that you be able to choose the levels of protection that make the most sense for your needs.  A quality security system that offers 24-hour monitoring and protection from the largest number of threats is the best bet for your family’s safety. You will also need to ensure that the home security system is affordable, while still offering the best coverage possible.

Homeowners are always looking for ways to better protect their homes and families.  Home security systems have always been an effective means of protection, and among these systems, ADT has consistently provided state of the art monitoring as well as top quality service.  With the recent addition of SafePass, ADT continues their trend of staying at the top of the home protection service industry as this service adds new features to an already superior product.

SafePass is a home monitoring device that relies on a touchpad much like current systems.  Instead of a numerical code, however, the device relies on a set of programmed tags to arm and disarm the system.  The tags are tiny and fit easily in a pocket or on a keychain and work simply by waving them in front of the touchpad.

These small tags have one innovative benefit that greatly increases the security of any home.  They are easily programmed to only work during certain times.  This means that you can program a tag for a babysitter or housekeeper that allows them to enter your home only during specific hours.  Unlike a code, it cannot be dispensed to others and cannot be used at any time.

The programmable tags also benefit parents who desire a more effective way to monitor their children and teenagers, as it also prevents them from disarming the system during hours in which the tag is inactive.  The tags also eliminate the worry of children forgetting entry codes and accidentally triggering alarms.  These tags can be attached to a backpack or clothing, making them easier for children and teenagers to keep track of.

SafePass helps you to better protect your home while simultaneously reducing the amount of false alarms.  The systems are a low cost solution and extra tags are inexpensive, making it easy to get one for every member of the family.  Because they rely on infrared sensors, the systems also do not require a battery, which means that the tags will not die or lose power.  They are incredibly easy to use, making them convenient for virtually all homeowners.

SafePass is truly an innovation in home security.  They tiny tags are convenient and have shown already to be beneficial to a majority of users.  Elderly people or people with vision problems often have a hard time seeing and using the keypads on their home security systems, making the tags an ideal solution.  They are also effective for people carrying in groceries or children, as a simple wave of the tag can disarm the system and does not require setting everything down.  The possibilities are really endless as to who the new systems can benefit.

Ultimately, ADT’s new SafePass system is low cost, convenient, and effective.  The number of false alarms with the system is dramatically decreased, freeing law enforcement officials to respond only to emergency situations.  For more information on ADT SafePass or any ADT home security system, contact Best Home Security.  As an authorized ADT dealer, Best Home Security can provide you with security recommendations and answer any questions you may have about these systems.  With SafePass, convenience and safety are truly available in the same package.