Wireless Burglar Alarms: What to Know Before You Buy or Install

A practical guide to wireless alarm systems — PIR sensors, bell boxes, monitoring and smart integration.

This guide was written by the professional engineers at Everest Aerials & Satellites, drawing on real-world installation experience across hundreds of properties in the UK. We cover TV aerial installation, satellite dish fitting, CCTV, Starlink, WiFi and smart home services nationwide.

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Related Service: Wireless Alarm Installation

A wireless alarm that generates false activations quickly gets turned off and never used again. Correct PIR sensor placement, appropriate alarm grading and properly configured monitoring make the difference between a system that genuinely protects your property and one that becomes a source of frustration.

• Property security risk assessment — entry points, internal movement patterns, pet considerations
• Grade 2 compliant system design and installation
• Control panel, PIR sensors and door/window contacts installed to specification
• Internal and external bell boxes installed
• Smartphone app configuration for remote arming, disarming and alert notifications
• Optional ARC (Alarm Receiving Centre) professional monitoring setup
• Full user handover — operation, codes and testing procedure explained

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