It is not uncommon for a burglar alarm to have small blips, and almost every time, they can be easily fixed at home without calling a professional out.
Here at Lenz Security, we are a small family-run business run by real people who care about each and every one of our clients. So we have created a list of the most common burglar alarm faults and how you can fix them yourself, and when professional help is needed.
1. False alarms
A common issue in our list of burglar alarm faults is the false alarm. Where your burglar alarm system is set off without an intruder present. There are a range of reasons as to why this happens, and they are usually remedied fairly easily.
The most common reason is because of wild animals, pets, or insects, which can trigger the motion sensors and signal a false alarm. Especially if your home is situated in naturistic areas. The best solution for this is to adjust the sensitivity settings or introduce animal deterrents in areas of the motion sensors.
Burglar alarm faults are often cretinous and easily fixed. Another way that a false alarm occurs is through loose doors or windows. Easily solved by ensuring each door and window is firmly locked. If the false alarm continues, it’s possibly faulty motion sensors. Clean the motion detector, and if there is no improvement, a professional may be needed to replace the sensors.
2. Low battery warnings
This is common in burglar alarm faults and is where the panel displays a battery warning setting. This is normally because the backup battery is dying or the wireless sensor batteries need changing. This is an easy DIY fix in which you only need to quickly replace the batteries to return the system to its original state. If there are any questions as to which battery is required, don’t hesitate to contact us, and one of our trusted technicians will guide you through the process.
If the low battery warning doesn’t subside or the panel is hard to uncover, then professional help may be warranted.
3. Tamper alarm setting off
Sometimes, when a burglar alarm faults, it can say that a system has been tampered with even if the panel hasn’t been touched. This is often due to a loose panel or a sensor, whether a recent maintenance hasn’t been closed properly, or if the sensor casing hasn’t been sealed tightly enough. This is easily solved by checking all the covers and panels, ensuring they are all tightly latched and closed.
In some situations, the message can be a result of a faulty tamper switch; if this or circuit damage is the cause, then professional help is recommended.
4. System not arming/disarming
A system not arming or disarming can be one of the more common burglar alarm faults. Sometimes it’s an easy solution, and sometimes it can be a nuisance. Common causes include an incorrect user code, a faulty sensor that blocks the arming, or, in more serious cases, a communication error between the device and panel.
If double-checking the user code and ensuring all windows and doors are locked correctly doesn’t solve the problem, then a professional may be required. A professional can reprogram and repair the faulty device if the sensor issue is persistent.
Fixing burglar alarm faults with DIY can be simple
As a company offering the best burglar alarm installation in Colchester, we understand that small faults are unavoidable as time progresses, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be solved with a little bit of DIY. For any advice on your security alarm systems in Colchester, don’t hesitate to contact us.