5 Ways to Give Your Security System a Proper Spring Cleaning
March 15, 2023
As the days get longer and the temperatures rise, many of us start thinking about spring cleaning. But have you considered spring cleaning your security alarm system? It may not be the first thing that comes to mind, but taking the time to clean your security system is crucial for keeping your home or business safe.
- Audit Users and Codes.
Do any users with codes need to be updated or inactivated? You can easily add, edit, or delete user codes at any time. Unlike a key, a user code can’t be lost or left in the door. Plus, by using individual user codes you’ll know who is coming and going.
- Check your “Protected By Washington Alarm” signs.
Security signage serves as a warning and deterrent – indicating your building is sere, monitored and protected. You’ll want your yard sign to be seen from the road, and window signs by every door especially in high traffic entry and exit ways.
- Test Your System.
Your security system is only as effective as its individual components. Over time, sensors can become misaligned, covered, or wires may become frayed. By doing a simple test of your system, you can identify any issues with your components and address them before they become major problems. Start your system test by contacting our in-house Central Station.
- Replace Batteries.
Replace the batteries in all your wireless devices including window and door contacts, motion detectors, glass breaks, fire alarm, and carbon monoxide detectors. This will ensure these devices can continue to run smoothly and prevent a low battery alert.
- Reevaluate Your Needs.
Look at your property and determine if there are any areas needing an upgrade. Do you have restricted areas that need to be monitored? Do you need additional doors of access? Would it be beneficial to add a camera to capture a clip of access control events?
Spring cleaning your security system ensures it’s functioning at its best to ensure lives and property are as safe and secure as possible. Spend a few minutes spring cleaning your alarm system today. Our team of experts is available at 206-328-3288 for more information on how to complete any of these spring cleaning tasks.
