Traditional smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are commonplace across homes in the U.S. These alarms are considered the basic, necessary alert to indicate a fire or CO concern, but they are only as useful as the audible alarms they emit; if no one is present at the time of the alert, the property, valuables, and pets are at the mercy of a neighbor or passerby and their ability to alert local emergency authorities quickly.
The alternative, a professionally monitored fire and carbon monoxide system, means the difference between a few minutes of response time and potentially hours.
See the benefits of a professionally monitored fire alarm and CO detector system:
1. Linked to a central monitoring system, a monitored alarm will summon the appropriate help immediately, whether you are home or not, or are unable to hear the alarm.
2. Many times, occupants of the home are suffering from CO or smoke inhalation and may not be conscious enough to contact local authorities; a monitored system removes that risk.
3. Children, elderly individuals and pets may be unable to contact emergency response services in the event of a home fire or carbon monoxide situation; a monitored alarm system can be their voice.
4. Not all fires damage the entirety of the home, but if left unattended by a professional, those fires can potentially impact the majority of the property over time. If quickly acted upon, both the home and personal belongs can be saved in many cases.
5. Gain peace of mind of knowing whether you are home or away, that your home and its occupants are professionally protected in the event of a fire or CO detection.
According to the National Fire Protection Association, 84% of fire related deaths are due to home fires. Carbon monoxide kills an average of 400 Americans each year, as reported by US Product Safety Commission office. The risks are real and the security of your family is number one. My Alarm Center is proud to offer monitored fire alarms and monitored CO alarms across the U.S., from Seattle to Philadelphia. View the monitored fire alarm video for more information on the difference between a standard alarm and a monitored home alarm system.