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Choosing an Alarm System Code: 3 Tips

Our home security systems can embed a range of security features, from smartphone remote control to email alerts and video verification. However, these additional precautions become pointless if your security alarm code is too predictable. We’ve gathered a couple of tips to ensure that you can rely on your security code keeping your home safe and protected.


Avoid the obvious.

Particularly with families, it is common for simple codes to be chosen that they are easy to remember, such as a date of birth or the last 4 digits of a phone number. These can be accessed easily by strangers, so don’t risk choosing one this simple through lack of effort. Selecting a password such as 1111 or 1234 is blatantly not a good idea, although many people just use the system’s default code!

Change your alarm code regularly.

Every 6 months is a good period to think about changing your security code, otherwise certain buttons can become worn, making it easier for burglars to guess your passcode. Regularly changing your passcode can also prevent people that have had access in the past, such as tradesman and cleaners, gaining access.


Have multiple codes for different people who are allowed access.

Most alarm systems can be programmed to accept multiple codes. If you have different codes, you can monitor who has been getting access at different times, and can always delete a user’s code if you no longer want to allow them access.


Keep all the above in mind when choosing your alarm codes and you can rely on your property being safe and untouched when you come back to the house. If you would like to learn more about keeping your property secure, don’t hesitate in giving us a call on 01753 754890 or drop us an email at info@spectrumsecurity.co.uk.

Catherine Dove • Jun 02, 2017
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