Being a parent is tough in today’s world. With so many threats to one’s security coming from smartphones, tablets, and laptops, in addition to possible physical breaches, there’s a lot of ground to cover in protecting one’s self.

Using a home alarm system, parents are provided what they need to feel comfortable about leaving their kids at home and their possessions behind, when going to work, going on vacation, or going on a business trip. Impressively, today’s alarm systems have come a long way in their capabilities. Here are 5 ways today’s alarm systems have revolutionized home security and how they are helping parents.

1. No unauthorized personnel gets through.

Alarm systems have come very far in what they’re able to do. Newer alarm systems can communicate with emergency dispatch, if need be, notifying them of unauthorized access. Alarm systems and home security cameras have proven to be big business, for their all-encompassing ability to protect your property. Every year, more than 55,000 remote cameras are sold in Canada. So many are sold because they are effective at getting the job done – to protect what’s inside your home and to keep anyone unauthorized outside.

2. Design your own home security system.

If you install an alarm system in your home, you now have the capability to combine it with different smart home and home security accessories. Customize your own home’s protection. If you have children or a partner who you want to have access to your alarm systems, you can provide them that information and give them control. Depending on cost, you may also be able to sync your alarm system up with fire detection systems, electricity systems, and more. If you’re interested in smart home technology, find an alarm system you can pair with it.

3. It gives you control and the ability to supervise the kids.

If you’re worried about one of your kids or someone who is living in the home, installing alarm systems lets you supervise their activities while you’re away. When/if you pair it with security cameras and it’s almost as if you’re there with them.

4. Check in from your smartphone.

The biggest advantage to today’s alarm systems is how much oversight they give a parent. Any time you want, you can pull up an app on your smartphone and check in. Take a look at your cameras and get data on who, if anyone, has accessed your property. Even when you’re not able to be physically present at home, alarm systems and security cameras can still give you eyes on the ground. Keep your kids and home safe, using some of today’s new and improved home security technologies, alarm systems, and smart home accessories to get you set up the right way. See everything that’s going on, like the exact minute your front door locked this morning when you left for work or the moment when your kids arrived home from school.

5. It gives you more information.

Alarm systems are usually thought of as a way to protect and as a security measure. That said, today’s alarm systems go beyond this definition and are also a great way to accumulate data. When you aren’t there, let’s say you’re expecting a package. Using an alarm system, a parent has the peace of mind of being able to monitor its drop-off and enjoy 24/7 surveillance, ensuring no one steals it from your front step. Everything’s protected when you have an alarm system installed!

For more information on alarm systems, smart home accessories, IP network cameras, and more, these are just some of the products used by Canadians all over the country. Consider protecting your property with a high quality alarm system from AARtech Canada.