Most homes have a burglar alarm, but often you’ll find that these alarm systems are completely turned off during the periods where there are actually people at home. While this isn’t necessarily a bad thing, it could be a good idea to have your alarm system also have a manual alert mechanism, an alarm button, as well.
An alarm button serves the function of giving you the means to contact the police instantaneously. This is very important for your safety and that of your family during a break-in, as any extra time you spend trying to get through to the police after dialling 999 is time you’re not spending getting to safety.
Another thing worth taking into account when considering the features of your alarm system is whether or not you should have a silent alarm system. There are both benefits and drawbacks to each option, as with a silent alarm system the robbers are more likely to get caught in the act, while a loud alarm system is more likely to cause them to run away.