Business security sirens don’t have to cost a lot or be professionally installed. Commercial security sirens operate in the same manner as home security sirens. A basic siren alarm system has door and window entry point sensors. These operate by a magnetic field which trips an alarm when interrupted. More comprehensive systems protect the entire property with movement sensors. These operate with infrared rays or microwaves which trigger an alarm when they encounter a person. A control panel translates the signals from sensors to activate the siren. Security sirens cause burglars to flee by attracting the attention of bystanders and emitting ear splitting sounds.

Siren security systems can be hard wired or wireless. The wired version uses electric cable to connect all components. Wireless systems connect components through radio transmitters and batteries. Wired equipment is less expensive but requires installation fees. When purchasing a siren system consider the following:

1. Determine the number of window, door and entry point sensors to include in the siren alarm system.

2. Decide if you want to add movement sensors to extend siren system protection throughout the property, indoors and out.

3. Establish whether you will need wireless installation or a wired electronic siren security install.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Arrange for a site survey to obtain siren security system proposals

These companies have a proven track record of customer satisfaction. Site surveys can be done online through carefully crafted questions. Some require an on-site visit.

I recommend: Contact Top Alarm and complete a short online questionnaire. You will then be contacted by four major security companies and receive comparison quotes for business alarm systems. Contact Protection One for its no-cost business evaluation. This company is one of the largest monitored security companies in North America with 70 office locations.

Select a wireless siren system

You can find a basic wireless siren alarm system comprised of quality manufactured products and that can be easily modified with additional sensors, security sirens and accessories.

I recommend: Contact the Home Security Store for the LYNXRKIT-EN - Ademco - Honeywell Lynx Wireless Security Kit or contact Pentagon Defense Products for the WASBR Wireless Alarm System. Both systems include a control panel, one siren, two door and window sensors, and a movement sensor in addition to communication and remote access features.

Opt for wired safety siren security as an alternative

Basic hard wired siren alarm systems are available that contain quality manufactured products that can be expanded.

I recommend: Contact the AlarmSystemStore.com to order the DSC Kit 3251 Power 1832 Alarm System Kit or contact National Security Systems Inc. to order the Radionics D2212B Security System. Both systems are suitable for commercial applications.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  A wireless siren system is ideal when cabling cannot be installed in existing structures, particularly those that are multilevel or brick.
• •  Concrete block construction and high tension power lines can interfere with wireless siren system transmission.