What kind of alarms are available for apartments?

Answer by  Sparky101 (366)

There are numerous wireless security systems from various sources that allow for installation without the need to drill holes or run wires. Many of these systems also use cellular communcications to a central station thereby eliminating the need to run any phone cable. You should check with your local Police Department for more information on these systems.

Answer by  mannersandsuch (1796)

The real issue with apartments is that for a long time there was no choice in getting a monitored alarm system, because you didn't have the additional phone lines to look it up, but technology is changing so fast you could contact your local alarm company and ask. For a noise alarm check out the local hardware store.

Answer by  joebob31 (622)

There are a few models available. The easiest to use is a wireless model. These range in price from 30 to 150 dollars.

Answer by  righteousnous (125)

There are two different kinds of alarm systems that may be used in apartments, one being wireless and the other wired. The wireless alarms works off of radio waves and the other requires cutting holes in the walls to wire the alarm.

Answer by  champaign9497 (11977)

The same kinds that are available for all other buildings. If you really need to find out details go somewher that sells and installs them and ask about it they would be able to tell you all the details and the different alarms as well as the prices on them.

Answer by  rios478gmailcom (11)

There are different types of alarms firealarms, carbon monoxide and theft alarms. The fire and carbon monoxide are battery and electrical operational. Your theft alarm also are hooked up the same way but also it's hooked up centrally to alarm company that if andything happens they will contatct you.

Answer by  chris70 (301)

Having had my apartment broken into I would highly suggest using a professional alarm such ADT. These alarm systems are focused on the windows and the doors and can even alert you to the sound of breaking glass.

Answer by  Liz59 (10966)

Well there are many different kinds of alarms that are available. Also, use the wireless models which are the most effective in apartments. You can purchase them from anywhere and online.

Answer by  Latin4 (11170)

Smoke alarms with lights at exits are a must. These should be placed at every door and a map should be on every floor indicating the emergency exits. Check with your fire department or city to find out what alarms are required for your type of apartment. It will change for each type of apartment.

Answer by  LeheckaG (1826)

Portable/temporary audible alarms available for apartments: burglar/infrared or ultrasonic motion detector, carbon monoxide, damp/flooding/water detector, flammable gas(es) (like liquified petroleum gas or natural gas or propane), smoke detector, cold/hot-temperature alarm.