Windsor Home Security Systems and Alarms

How We Keep Windsor Safe

If you’re starting to feel that your home may not be as safe as it could be, perhaps it’s time to consider a home security system.

Is home security an issue in Windsor?

Windsor is a wonderful community in which to live and work.The city has a rich history and offers many diverse neighbourhoods that include everything from river walks to great restaurants and bars. I know, since I recently moved back to this area myself.

Unfortunately, like many growing and thriving cities, Windsor is also experiencing increased crime. The Windsor Police’s statistics show that crimes, such as “break and enters” and motor vehicle thefts have risen over the last few years. Even more concerning is the fact that property crime is also on the rise in Windsor.

If you’re wondering about your neighbourhood’s safety, a good first step is to educate yourself about the area. For example, you can check out a crime map that illustrates the type and frequency of crimes in your community. There are also community-based programs such as Crime Stoppers that bring together local citizens, the media, and police to shine a light on and solve crime.

In partnership with Crime Stoppers, JM Security Canada offers insight into preventative measures to decrease occurrences in the future.

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How secure is your home?

Whether this is your first home or you’ve recently moved into a new neighbourhood, it’s important to take a close and objective look at your home and property to assess any potential threats or vulnerabilities you face. There are many easy initial steps you can take to help protect your family and secure your home. JM Security can offer some help with this process, through our free downloadable Home Security Assessment Checklist.
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Windsor home security solutions from JM Security

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Marcy Kennedy

I can't say enough good things about JM Security. The technology they use makes managing my security system so easy. They're great to work with--friendly, polite, and informative. Highly recommended.

Chelsy Martin

Highly recommend JM Security Canada! A local company that is so friendly and caring and amazing to deal with! Everything was easy and straight forward and installation took no time at all! The little things like bringing coffee to the consultation to flowers to say thank you are what counts! They make you feel appreciated. Thank you for making our home safe!

Greg Hetherington

Great company. Community minded, and Bethany was up on the latest technology that her company could provide. She gave us lots of options! I shopped around, and their price point is excellent. Highly recommend them for your home, or business.

Sara Grace Donally

Kudos to JM Security for the excellent customer service and installation. The entire process from initial consultation with Sarah to the installation with William was a breeze. Both representatives knew their stuff and did great work. As a young woman living on her own, the added comfort provided by the JM system will ensure I can rest easy! I would highly recommend to anyone in the market! Thank you

Chelsea Naclerio

We love the security system that JM security installed for us. It’s really easy to use, and the app on my phone really helps too! The staff was very professional and the install was quick! I highly recommend getting one of their security systems.

Mike Eves

This company was very personable, they followup, say what they will do and do what they say. The system is very slick. We are very happy we have this extra measure of security

Scott Frezell

We’re so thankful we found JM security, they have been by far the nicest, and most professional company we’ve ever worked with. Upon contacting them for a consult, they were in our home helping us to pick the best package that worked for us within 48 hours. The security system, was then installed very quickly after. It was the most seamless process ever! Between Sarah who helped organize the products and William who installed; the two of them were incredibly kind, and supportive of what we were hoping to achieve with our security system, and they truly puts the needs of our family first. After it was installed I thought I wouldn’t hear from them for a while, but that night Sarah was back to ensure everything was working properly. I just didn’t know this type of superb customer service existed in the world, but honestly they all work at JM Security! If I could give them 10 stars I would!

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Everything You Need to Know about Home Security in Windsor Ontario

Have you conducted a home security assessment on your property?

A home security assessment helps you identify weak points in your home’s physical security. Instead of looking at your home from an aesthetic point of view, it helps you view it in terms of potential crime and risk of a break-in. This means looking at the building’s infrastructure, including doors, windows, locks, lighting, and even landscaping. Home security basics include ensuring your doors and windows are sturdy and reliable. For example, are door and window frames strong enough to resist ordinary, or even extraordinarily break-in attempts? In addition, you’d want to look at whether you have sturdy deadbolt locks on doors, working locks on windows, and consider garage door security. Can the door leading from the garage to your house be bolted? If your garage is detached from the main building, are garage windows secured with reliable locks? There are other factors that can impact home security that you may never have thought about, such as the landscaping and lighting around your property. For example, break-ins can be minimized by ensuring your property is well-lit so potential intruders realize they may be seen if they make an attempt to enter your home. In addition, trimming overgrown shrubs and bushes removes the potential that would-be burglars can take cover from street views. You can also consider installing or upgrading outdoor lights equipped with motion sensors to provide additional lighting that illuminates your property outdoors.

Choosing additional home security protection

A monitored security system is a combination of hardware (that can include: control panel, door contacts, window contacts, motion sensors, etc.) and software that works together to sound an alarm and notify the police if your home or business is broken into. Here is an example that explains how a monitoring system might work:You have a sensor mounted onto the surface of your front door and an alarm control panel installed in your front hall. When the door is opened, the sensor wirelessly communicates with the control panel that there has been an ‘event’ and the control panel will decide how to react based on how it has been programmed.In this example, the door sensor is the “hardware” component that alerts the control panel that is programmed with software that includes a collection of instructions that tell the hardware how to operate.

For an in-depth, illustrated article on how home security systems work, you can check out our post: How Do Security Systems REALLY Work?

What would a “basic” home monitoring system In Windsor look like?

At the heart of every effective home or business security system are alarms. In most homes, a basic monitoring system would typically entail having a door alarm (or sensor as noted above) that notifies you of any unauthorized entry or break-in attempts. In addition, you can also have alarms at other potential access points, such as back doors and windows that alert you to unwanted visitors. As noted in the example, the door alarm would trigger a response – from an alarm ringing, to a message being sent to the police – depending on the desired programming. Another key component to consider are security cameras in and around your property. Alternately, some people prefer a closed circuit television surveillance system, which is a networked video surveillance system. This type of system would offer surveillance of the entire property, including the landscaping.

Essential features of a security monitoring system

It is important to remember that installing security cameras will only serve as post-incident evidence if there is no real time monitoring of the footage being beamed live. Home security is incomplete without a monitoring system. The monitoring system should cover the entire network of electronic devices (any sensors, cameras, etc.), with the entire infrastructure being accessible from the central control panel. The central control panel should also be navigable and easy to control for the homeowner, and other authorized users, including the monitoring team. A security monitoring system should be connected through an encrypted network. This system should also work in real time so that sensors being activated or any alarms can be immediately acknowledged and responsive measures can be initiated during security breaches. As noted earlier, these responsive measures are typically predetermined, including alerting the local police. It is also important to note that the monitoring team you employ in Windsor, should be local experts in the field. The reliability of the monitoring system set-up, 24/7 support, as well as knowledge of the local community and authorities, ultimately influences the degree to which your system provides optimum security for your home and your family.

Smart Home Automation – a more comprehensive solution

If you are looking for a more comprehensive solution for home security in Windsor, you might want to consider a full home automation system or “Smart Home” technology. A smart home allows you to monitor and control the devices in your home from a mobile device, anywhere in the world. Popular smart home devices include alarm systems, door and window locks, surveillance cameras, sensors, doorbell cameras, smart sprinklers, thermostats, and smoke detectors.Working together through a networked system, Smart Home devices enable your system to do things like:Trigger an alarm if a door opens or window breaksDetect someone rummaging through packages at your front doorWarn you if the basement is starting to floodClose the garage door remotely when you leave it open For a more in-depth look at home automation, you can check out Comprehensive Guide to Smart Home Automation.

Choosing the right home security system for your Windsor home

Regardless of the type of home security system you choose, there are a few critical factors that will contribute to its success or failure: Is it installed properly?Is it easy for you and your family to use and manage? Is there support available locally (in the Windsor-Essex area)?Whether you decide to keep your system quite basic, or you choose the most innovative products, the effectiveness of your system will be impacted by the way it is installed (e.g., are cameras and/or sensors placed correctly?). In addition, when you require service or support, it is critical that you have professionals available in your area that can provide immediate service and who are connected with and understand your community and local authorities. The security company you choose in Windsor should be able to identify, recommend and install advanced systems, set up a monitoring and offer 24/7 support, account for real time video surveillance that can be remotely accessed and ensure systems are fully functional, automated and that the chosen features are activated and personalized notifications are set.

An important step in finding an effective home security solution is to consult a security company that operates in the Windsor-Essex area. You should consider consulting with a couple of reputable security companies, like ours, that operate in Windsor. Ensure they come to your home to assess your property, your objectives and your budget, then recommend a custom solution that meets your needs. Be sure that your monitoring team is always abreast of the latest developments in their field as well as being in touch with what’s happening in your community. A local security provider can offer the optimum solution for you and your home in Windsor. For example, a local company like JM Security Canada is aware of relevant laws in Ontario. They can coordinate with local law enforcement more conveniently and efficiently. They are trained and certified installers and monitoring experts are aware of the challenges faced in different neighbourhoods across the Windsor, Chatham and Sarnia areas, so they are better prepared to deal with such threats.

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