Things you can do to prevent False Alarms!

• Inspect your motion detectors, door & window contacts, alarm screens or any other alarm components for dust, spider webs, moisture or anything else that might interfere with proper operation.

• In the event of a false alarm, find out what caused it and take steps to ensure that it does not happen again.

• Be especially watchful and alert after any unexplained alarm activation.

• Rehearse alarm cancellation procedures with anyone who might use your alarm system.

• Cancel all false alarms immediately.

• Have the alarm system user's manual available to all users.

• In businesses, make sure you immediately switch off any answering devices and your alarm system upon opening so that D.A.L. Security will not call and get your answering machine after an alarm activation and send out the police.

• Make sure the alarm panel transformer is plugged into a 24 hour outlet. If your power is to be off for more than 10 hours, call D.A.L. Security.

• When construction or repairs are scheduled on your home or business, call D.A.L. Security and alert them not to dispatch during the construction period.

• Periodically check with D.A.L. Security to ensure that your call list is up to date.

• Notify D.A.L. Security if you will be away from home for an extended period of time. Also, notify D.A.L. Security when you return. Give D.A.L. Security your revised call list for the period while you are away.

• Verify alarm cancellation procedures with D.A.L. Security.

• Make sure that pets are not loose in a room that has motion detectors.

• Do not leave balloons or other movable items in a room that has a motion sensor.

• Be aware of changes in your environment and how they affect your alarm system. New pets, design changes, new house plants, air conditioning usage, and promotional or holiday displays can all set off an alarm system.

• Make sure that all your doors and windows latch securely to eliminate false alarms from wind or from someone accidentally jiggling your door.

• Install and use dead-bolt locks.

• Eliminate any rodent or other pest or insect problem from your home or business. These are a common cause of alarm activation.

• Quickly repair broken windows or holes in roofs to ensure that birds, cats or other animals can't enter and set off your alarm.

• Ensure that everyone who uses your alarm system has been trained in its operation and knows the code word. This includes employees, janitors, delivery personnel, domestic help etc.

• Finally, call D.A.L. Security (580) 233-7447 with any questions.